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COVID-19 “Curve Not Flattened” In Mexico Despite Health Ministry Claim, Expert Say

Mexico's COVID-19 “Curve" Not Flattened Despite Health Ministry Claims

May 08, 2020 11:30 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 virus may not have been as successful as authorities think.

President Trump Presses COVID-19 Vaccine Developers, Wants 100 Million Doses by Fall

President Trump Pressures COVID-19 Vaccine Developers, Wants 100 Million Doses by Fall

May 08, 2020 10:40 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

In the war against COVID-19, time is the second biggest enemy. That is why U.S. President Donald Trump is pressing vaccine developers to fast-track the vaccine and produce 100 million doses by fall.

Heineken Mexico Sells Vouchers Online Support Local Restaurants

Heineken Mexico Sells Vouchers Online Support to Local Restaurants

May 06, 2020 08:50 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Heineken Mexico is leading the way to help local business owners and their staff.

Angry Mob Attempts to 'Rescue' Patient From Mexico Hospital, Claims 'Coronavirus Is a Lie'

May 06, 2020 08:00 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Residents of Motozintla claim coronavirus is a plot to kill people.

Beaches Turning Turquoise Shows Earth Healing During COVID-19

May 06, 2020 07:00 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Staying indoors doesn't just mean limiting the risks to get infected by COVID-19 but also means lesser carbon footprint, cleaner air, and clearer waters.

Salute To Nurses! Here's Where You Can Get Freebies And Discounts This National Nurses Week

May 06, 2020 05:40 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

As National Nurses Week kicks off today, the world honors nurses around the world, our modern-day heroes fighting the COVID-19 epidemic.

Houston Flyover Will Take Place This May 8, Here's How You Can Watch!

Houston Flyover Will Take Place May 8, Here's How You Can Watch!

May 04, 2020 07:00 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Lone Star Flight Museum is organizing a flyover event across Houston. Here's how you can watch it!

Hugs and Kisses: Latino Practices Increase COVID-19 Risks

Hugs and Kisses: Latino Affection Could Increase COVID-19 Risks

May 04, 2020 05:30 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

There are 60 million Latinos in the United States today who are at higher risk for COVID-19. The reason? Hugs and kisses.

Mexico LGBTQ+ 'Gaymers' Compete In Virtual Football Tournament

May 04, 2020 04:00 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

As people are forced to home confinement due to COVID-19, LGBT+ gaymers took an opportunity to kick a ball, make friends, and come out of the closet celebrating their identity through eSports.

Ana de Armas, Ben Affleck Now Instagram Official, Shares Sweet Photos Together

May 02, 2020 10:30 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

De Armas' Instagram post featured several snapshots, including two of herself and Affleck holding onto each other, and a cake with candles in the shape of the number 32.

Federal Judge Orders ICE To Release Detainees From Florida Facilities Despite COVID-19 Outbreak

May 02, 2020 09:00 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

The federal judge cited the injustices and unhygienic practices in the ICE detention facilities as reasons for the release order. ICE lawyers, however, claim she has no jurisdiction over ICE detention.

Five Facts About Pulque: The Drink Of The Gods

May 02, 2020 08:00 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Get to know more about pulque and what makes it an important piece of Mexico's rich heritage.

Here's Why the United States Doesn't Celebrate Labor Day on May 1

May 01, 2020 03:30 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Why is May 1 not celebrated as Labor Day in the United States? Here's why.

Quarantine Hairstyle? Here Are 5 Latina Curly Bangs Inspo To Cut Off Boredom

Apr 30, 2020 10:05 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Bored and want to give your curls a makeover this quarantine? Take some inspiration from these Latinas on how to upgrade your curly bangs!

Highway Robbery Of Transport Trucks in Mexico Spike 25% Amid Lockdown

Highway Robbery Of Transport Trucks in Mexico Spikes 25% Amid Lockdown

Apr 30, 2020 08:40 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

While most people are stuck indoors, unemployed, and struggle to meet their needs, gangs in Mexico have resorted to highway robberies.

Valley of México Water Loss: 2.5 Million Residents Affected

Valle de México Water Loss: 2.5 Million Residents Affected

Apr 30, 2020 08:10 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the water supply loss has aggravated the situation of residents who are forced to stay indoors since they cannot easily get access to safe, potable water in their area.

Retail Companies Provide Employment Opportunities During COVID-19 Crisis

Apr 30, 2020 07:20 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

While entertainment and hospitality industries have been forced to halt their operations due to the COVID-19 crisis, the commercial retail industry keeps an open door to the consumers and unemployed alike.

Indigenous Artisans Resort to Making Face Masks From Palm Leaves as Source of Income

Apr 30, 2020 06:40 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

While the demand for hats, fans, cords, earrings, baskets, and other handmade products has dropped tremendously during the health crisis, indigenous artisans are resorting to face mask production.

Feminicides Increase in Mexico As Women Are Forced to Stay Indoors With Abusers

Femicides Increase in Mexico as Women Are Forced to Stay Indoors With Abusers

Apr 29, 2020 08:30 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Experts attribute the increase of femicide to the government's confinement orders which enabled domestic violence.

Construction of Mayan Train Project Phase 1 Begins

Apr 29, 2020 08:20 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Mexico's most ambitious infrastructure project that will traverse the Yucatan Peninsula is set to begin construction. But local politicians and businessmen call for its cancellation.

Relaxing Quarantine: Make Your Own Hot Drinks With These Coffee and Hot Cocoa Makers

Apr 29, 2020 08:10 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

This quarantine, sit back, relax, and make your hot drink in a breeze with these amazing coffee and chocolate drink makers on Amazon!

Speedy Gonzales Captured In Georgia, Charged With Mail Fraud

Apr 29, 2020 07:20 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Speedy Gonzales, a Georgia man named after the famous fast-running cartoon rodent, has been arrested for mail fraud.

COVID-19 Crisis: Is The World Saying Goodbye to Beer?

Apr 29, 2020 07:10 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

Now that bars and restaurants are closed and breweries are forced to suspend their operations, the industry behind the very drink that is supposed to bring people together is on the brink of collapse.

Archaeologists Discover New Mayan Settlement in Quintana Roo

Apr 27, 2020 08:09 AM EDT By Amy Santiago

The ancient settlement named by the specialists of the INAH Quintana Roo Center, as Mahahual, is reportedly the first of that era detected in the locality on the eastern coast of the Yucatan peninsula.