In recent days, there has been an increase in cases of pneumonia and respiratory diseases in several regions of China, which has caused social media to talk about a “new pandemic.” In response to the concern of several users, Alejandro Macías, a Mexican professor and doctor, reported that the increase in cases is a response […]
The year I discovered that Mexico is different from the rest of Latin America
There are things that are great because of their size, and others that are great because of their symbolism. The National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City is great in both senses. And that is why, the first time I went, it seemed more grandiloquent than grand. “Courage and confidence in the future are found […]
Russians seek refuge in Mexico for being LGBTI+ or to escape war
Mexico has become a refuge for irregular migration from Russia. The Mexican government reports a 64% year-on-year increase in irregular migration from that country. In Tapachula, the largest city on Mexico’s southern border, Tajir claims to have belonged to the Russian Special Forces, but fled the country to avoid being part of the war in […]
MEXICO CITY SECRETARY OF CULTURE REPORTS CHANGES IN VENUES AND DATES FOR THE TRADITIONAL ROSCA DE REYES GAME
This seasonal delight will be shared from this Saturday, January 4th to Monday, January 6th at 12 noon in 16 locations throughout the city, where members of the entire family will enjoy shows, gifts and great surprises ● In the capital’s Zócalo, girls and boys will taste the mega Rosca de Reyes of 400 linear […]
Goodbye X in Mexico? Sheinbaum will monitor the national social network proposed by AMLO; the aim is to avoid censorship
President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo explained how the national social network proposed by former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador is progressing, who repeatedly showed his annoyance against X, formerly Twitter, owned by Elon Musk. In her morning conference this Friday, January 3, at the National Palace, Sheinbaum Pardo said that the development of this national platform […]
COVID-19 in Mexico: First Wave of Infections Expected Soon, Warns Alejandro Macias
During the last week of December 2024, the United States reported 6.678 million new COVID-19 cases. This surge could lead to a first wave of infections in Mexico in 2025, according to epidemiologist Alejandro Macias. Macias, known as the ‘czar’ of the AH1N1 influenza, highlighted on social media that one in every 50 people in […]
“They are going over the top”: Profeco will display abusive gas stations with banners
The Federal Consumer Protection Agency (Profeco) announced a new measure to identify and warn consumers about gas stations that impose excessive fuel prices. Starting next week, banners with the legend “Don’t charge here, they’ll go over the top with their prices” will be placed at those gas stations that exceed the profit margins considered fair. […]
Postponement of 42 USD tax on sea-going tourists is a wise decision: TPK
Federal Deputy Tania Palacios, president of the Tourism Commission of the Chamber of Deputies, welcomed the decision to postpone the collection of the 42 USD tax on tourists arriving in Mexico by sea. The legislator stressed the importance of carefully analyzing any tax, especially when its application can affect the competitiveness of the tourism industry, […]
2025 Vehicle Renewal in Yucatán, Campeche, and Quintana Roo: Requirements and Costs
The 2025 vehicle renewal process in southeastern Mexico is about to begin. Here’s what you need to know to complete the process successfully. Requirements for 2025 Vehicle Renewal: The vehicle registration fee is an annual tax for the use of a license plate, ensuring proper identification of the vehicle and its owner. According to the […]
Satanic altar placed in Iztacalco municipality and authorities remove it: “they did not have permits to do so”
Residents of the Churubusco River Canal and Curtidores Bridge, in Iztacalco, placed a satanic altar in the public street; after citizen complaints, the mayor’s office removed it. The fact became known after various complaints on social networks, where the neighbors argued that a group of people placed the altar. Faced with this, the authorities of […]