The best of both worlds come together on the Oaxaca coast this December: gifts and beaches. Did you know there’s a place on the Oaxacan coast where thousands of oysters are given away to all visitors? December is oyster month at Agua Blanca beach, a paradisiacal spot near Puerto Escondido, where the Oyster Festival is […]
Hispanic families report extortion by officials on Mexican highways and at airports
Mexican officials have been caught on video soliciting money from travelers in exchange for allowing them to continue their journey on several highways across the country. In another case that has gone viral, a customs agent received approximately $270 from a tourist at Mexico City International Airport. Travelers claim this is a common practice. Source: […]
Police officers will face up to 42 years in prison for extorting citizens under the new anti-extortion law.
The recently approved General Law to Prevent, Investigate, and Punish Extortion Offenses establishes penalties of up to 42 years in prison for public servants who commit acts of extortion, including federal, state, and municipal police officers, traffic agents, and customs personnel. With this measure, Congress seeks to send a strong message against institutional corruption and […]
Thinking about getting a Liverpool credit card? Find out here which one is the best and what benefits each one offers.
There are financial decisions that seem simple but can completely change your shopping experience. Choosing a Liverpool credit card is one of them, but what benefits do any of the three options offer? Between exclusive promotions, digital wallets, and points programs, the department store has built an attractive rewards system, but it’s not always clear […]
Armed attack at Tijuana bar leaves two dead and three arrested
Two people died early this morning after an armed attack inside the Siete Copas bar in Tijuana. The three alleged perpetrators have been arrested, according to authorities. The establishment is located on Boulevard Gustavo Díaz Ordaz, at the corner of Avenida 34 Sur, one of the busiest streets in the city. Initial reports indicate that […]
It can be very expensive: Los Cabos bans fireworks during the holiday season
The sale and use of fireworks has been prohibited in Los Cabos to ensure the safety and health of children with autism, pets, and senior citizens who suffer panic attacks from these types of explosions. Therefore, the Los Cabos Tax Inspection Department is asking citizens to report any fireworks sales to the following numbers: 624 […]
Chase and shooting at Cancun airport leave two armed men arrested
Tense moments unfolded at Terminal 2 of the Cancún International Airport, where a police chase culminated in warning shots and the arrest of two armed men traveling in an armored SUV. The operation, which took place on Friday, generated panic among domestic and international tourists, although authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported. According to […]
Violence in Sinaloa hits hotel occupancy in Sonora
Tourism in southern Sonora is feeling the full force of the insecurity plaguing its two neighboring states. The Navojoa Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCV) reported a 30 percent decline in hotel occupancy, attributed primarily to conflicts between criminal organizations in Culiacán, Sinaloa. The OCV noted that this decline has persisted since 2014; however, the region […]
Warning issued about fake agents offering title processing services
In a landmark development for the legal security of thousands of families, the Guasave Ejido has been notified of the expropriation decree for 51 hectares, an achievement that will directly benefit nearly 2,000 residents who have lived for over 35 years without a property title in the municipality. The announcement, celebrated by the agricultural sector, […]
The countryside that sustains Sinaloa and to which the government turns its back
In recent months, Mexico has witnessed something many in power thought would never happen again: the agricultural sector has grown tired of waiting. Organized producers, assemblies, road blockades, open letters, failed meetings with officials. What some try to dismiss as “traffic problems” is, in reality, a cry for economic survival. In Sinaloa, this cry is […]