Mexico

Newly Elected Mexican Mayor Shot Dead a Day After Taking Office

Newly elected Temixco Mayor Gisela Mota was shot dead in her home shortly after presuming office. Just less than 24 hours after she presumed office, newly elected Temixco Mayor Gisela Mota was shot dead in her home in Temixco, south of Mexico City.

Latin American Nations Dominate List for Best Places to Retire in 2016

Today, retiring overseas has been a lot easier and cheaper. And with so many choices available, finding the right place to retire abroad can be sometimes overwhelming. But thanks to International Living’s Annual Global Retirement Index, which was extensively researched for months, retirees can now have the ultimate resource to help them find their ideal retirement haven.

Mexican Marines Gunned Down on Hunt for El Chapo

Two Mexican marines were gunned down Monday in pursuit of infamous drug lord Joaquin Guzman, aka "El Chapo."

'Affluenza' Teen's Mother Arrested in Los Angeles on Felony Charge

Tanya Couch, mother of the infamous "affluenza" teen who killed four people in a drunk driving collision, was arrested Thursday after arriving back to the U.S. from Mexico.

How Latin American Countries Celebrate New Year's Eve

To welcome the new year, several Latin American nations put on big displays at some of their most popular locations.

New Marijuana Laws Pull Down Profits of Mexican Farmers

The more relaxed marijuana laws across the country affected a variety of industries in the different states, but it also deflated the demand and profit of farmers in Mexico. A report from LA Times expounded on the steep decline of the marijuana industry that the south of the border is experiencing.

'Affluenza' Fugitive Ethan Couch Gets 3-Day Stay From Mexican Court

Mexican authorities are holding off on deporting the Texas teen fugitive, who made headlines because of his "affluenza" defense back to the United States, after a local court gave 18-year-old Ethan Couch a three-day court injunction.

Founder of La Familia Michoacana Drug Cartel Found Dead in Mexico

The founder of one of Mexico's most violent drug cartels, La Familia Michoacana, was found shot dead on Dec. 28 by a highway.

Brazil Becomes Third Country to Approve Sanofi's Dengue Vaccine

Sanofi announced on Monday that Brazil has given its regulatory approval for their dengue fever vaccine called Dengvaxia®. Brazil became the third country in the world after Mexico and the Philippines to allow the use of the first-ever licensed vaccine for the prevention of the mosquito-borne disease.

World's Most Obese Man Andrés Moreno Dies of Heart Attack in Mexico

Andres Moreno died of heart attack but doctors revealed it is unrelated to his weight loss surgery. The 38-year-old Mexican Andres Moreno made the headlines as it was reported that the world's most obese man finally passed away at a young age.

Mexicans Wished for Better Government and Security on Christmas, New Survey Says

A recently released pre-Christmas survey reveals what Mexicans wished for the most for their country, among other holiday-related things.

Who in Latin America Spends the Most in Christmas Gifts?

This holiday season, Mexico cut back on Christmas spending. However, Peruvians outspent any other Latin Americans who partook in the Linio survey.

Mexican Pipeline Explosion Injures 30

Around 30 were injured after a gas pipeline exploded in the Tabasco, Mexico town of Cardenas on Dec. 22.

Carlos Slim Loses 20 Billion in 2015 But Still Ranks Impressively Among Top 10

Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim was the biggest loser among the world's top 400 richest people this year.

Famed Mexican Auteur Arturo Ripstein's 'Bleak Street' Gets US Run

Famed Mexican director Arturo Ripstein will see his latest film premiere at the Film Forum in January.

US-Mexico Travel Could Improve With New Air Service Agreement

Passengers traveling between the United States and Mexico may soon benefit from additional flights, after the two countries signed a new air service agreement on Friday.

Mexican Cardinal Says Church Okay With Medical Marijuana

Cardinal Norberto Rivera, the archbishop of Mexico City, has announced that the church has no problem with people using marijuana for medicinal purposes.

The U.S. Warns its Citizens About Traveling to Mexico This Holiday Season

The U.S. Consulate General in Matamoros has warned United States citizens that might be visiting Mexico this holiday season that region, particularly the violent state of Tamaulipas, is considered unstable.

Mexican Census Recognizes 'Afro-Mexican' Classification for the First Time

The Mexican government has for the first time ever recognized “Afro-Mexican” as a category in their census.

19 Bodies Discovered in Canyon in Mexican State of Guerrero

Forensic experts in Mexico have discovered 19 bodies in the cartel-plagued state of Guerrero. Forensic experts in Mexico have discovered 19 bodies in the cartel-plagued state of Guerrero.

Mexico Soccer Schedule: El Tri to Face Senegal in February Before FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

The Mexican National Team is in the middle of a big break after a very successful 2015 campaign. Their early 2016 schedule has been released.
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