I have lived in Mazatlán since the summer of 1977 and in that six-decade period, I have seen the transition from a traditional tourist destination – that is how Sectur and Fonatur classified tourist destinations in terms of public investment at that time – to another as a hub for tourist development that marketers summarize […]
Chiapas indigenous people take refuge in school due to attacks by the criminal group ‘Los Herrera’
Indigenous people from the community of Tzanembolom, Chiapas, abandoned their homes and ran to take refuge in the only school in the town after being attacked by the criminal group identified as “Los Herrera.” Testimonies from residents collected by journalist Elio Henríquez for the newspaper La Jornada confirm that the group of “Los Herrera” attacked […]
Embark on a captivating journey through Mexico’s rich cultural diversity in 5 enchanting cities.
Mexico is a country of contrasts, where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modernity. From the lush jungles of Veracruz to the snow-capped mountains of Puebla and the sun-kissed beaches along the Pacific coast, this nation boasts an incredible array of landscapes. The indigenous and Spanish influences on art, architecture, and monuments are omnipresent, making every […]
This Historic Los Cabos Hotel Is Getting New Life
Tropicana Los Cabos, a historic hotel in the heart of San Jose del Cabo’s main square, is set to reopen its doors in August. The 68-room resort offers two eateries, a pool, a pool bar, a wellness center, a game room, and a courtyard with a jacuzzi, as well as daily programming for guests. Its […]
4th Person Arrested in Connection to Killings of Three Surfers in Baja California
The fourth person arrested in connection with the killings of three surfers in Baja California has been identified as Ángel Jesús “N”, 31 years old, from Ensenada. This is the third suspect to be charged with homicide in the case. Carter Rhoad and brothers Callum and Jake Robinson were killed in April while on a […]
How Corruption Gained a Foothold in the Mexican Union of Chiapas
During the inauguration of the Healthy Living Center in Chiapas on December 20, 2021, Pastor Elie Henry, president of the Inter-American Division (IAD), expressed his desire for God to manifest Himself at the center so that all who visit can find something unique. However, an investigation by Adventist Today revealed a conflict of interest involving […]
In drought-prone Oaxaca, indigenous women are reviving ancient techniques to preserve water
As water scarcity threatens their livelihoods, indigenous women in Mexico are relearning how to grow their ancestral foods. When Agustina Ortiz, 45, returned to her hometown in Oaxaca, Mexico, in 2010 after spending a decade in the US, she was well aware of the type of life that awaited her: a lack of drinking water […]
‘A Taco Without Cilantro Isn’t a Taco’
Mexico City’s recent drought has turned cilantro into a luxury good for its taqueros, and it’s unlikely to be the last time. Over the course of this spring, as May turned to June without any sign of the usual early-summer rains, a simple ingredient reached extravagant prices. Maricela, at Tacos Arturo in the city’s Barrio […]
Shrimp farms threaten Mexico’s mangroves and the jaguars that inhabit them
Among the tangled mangrove roots that line Mexico’s western coast, the jaguar is the apex predator. However, its existence is threatened by the abundance of a smaller species: the whiteleg shrimp. Aquaculture of this species has boomed in recent decades, clearing swaths of mangrove forests and jeopardizing habitats crucial to jaguars’ survival. Despite being at […]