Fear of crime and the prevalence of insecurity escalated again in Mexico during the third quarter of 2025. According to the National Urban Public Security Survey (ENSU), prepared by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI), 63% of the adult population in urban areas considers living in their city unsafe. This figure represents an […]
Depeche Mode and Mexico unite with death cult
In addition to the affection of their fans and decades of support, Depeche Mode is linked to Mexico by its cult of death.“Memento Mori” is the name of the English band’s latest album and also of their tour at the then-Foro Sol, a relationship and a concert captured in the documentary “Depeche Mode: M.”Directed by […]
Mexico and the USMCA renegotiation: A SWOT analysis
Mexico seeks “the smallest possible disadvantage” in the new North American trade order. We have transitioned from a system where we competed based on comparative advantages—cost, quality, geography—to one where we negotiate to minimize damage. Mexico’s SWOT analysis of the USMCA renegotiation reveals a country with valuable cards but playing defensively. Mexico maintains a privileged […]
Formula 1 celebrates 10 years in Mexico and contributes $152.799 billion to the economy.
Although the Mexico City Grand Prix has been surrounded by debate and even threatened to disappear a few years ago, it has now established itself as one of the most profitable sports businesses in the country. Formula 1 celebrates 10 years since its return to the Mexican capital, with an economic impact that already exceeds […]
Zhi Dong Zhang and Zhenli Ye Gon: The two Chinese brokers who made the synthetic era of drug trafficking possible in Mexico.
The modern history of Mexican drug trafficking cannot be understood without the presence of invisible intermediaries who connected Asia and America in the precursor chemical trade. Zhenli Ye Gon, born in Shanghai in 1963 and a Mexican citizen, was one of the pioneers in opening this corridor. As head of Unimed Pharm Chem México, he […]
Donald Trump claims Mexico is controlled by cartels: “Leaders are afraid in their own country.”
US President Donald Trump asserted that criminal groups are in charge of controlling the country, although he also referred to President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo as an “extraordinary woman” and very brave. “Mexico is controlled by cartels and we have to defend ourselves,” the US president said on October 23, adding that he respects the Mexican […]
Ricardo Salinas, on his birthday: “It’s time to kick the fucking leftists out and tell them to go fuck themselves.”
Ricardo Salinas Pliego is taking his flirtation with politics ever further. This weekend, during an intimate celebration of his 70th birthday organized by his wife María Laura Medina in Malinalco (State of Mexico), the businessman issued more messages in the same vein, each time more explicit. “I think it’s time for another challenge, to enter […]
The “Huellas Colimotas” Dog Festival is being held in La Campana.
The State Government’s Undersecretariat of Tourism (Subsectur), with the support of La Más Picuda 91.3 FM radio station, invites you to participate and enjoy the “Huellas Colimotas” Dog Festival, which will take place this Sunday, October 26, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m., in the northern area of La Campana Ecological Park, located in the […]
Beware of steak! Reports reveal that 20% of Durango’s meat is illegally horse meat.
Durango cattle ranchers have sounded the alarm by reporting massive food fraud: they estimate that up to two out of every ten kilos of beef consumed in the state is actually clandestinely slaughtered horse meat. This deceptive practice, uncovered after the discovery of an illegal slaughterhouse, not only represents a fraud to consumers who pay […]
Tim Hortons in Durango: Here are the locations of its next two branches.
Tim Hortons’ arrival in Durango marks a commitment by the Canadian franchise to expand its presence in northern Mexico. With a multimillion-dollar investment, several planned locations, and a value proposition tied to coffee, bakery products, and ambiance, the company is entering a market where consumers are increasingly seeking different coffee experiences. For the city of […]