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Holiday Travel Tips for Crossing the US-Mexico Border
 Dan Santella
With more people expected to travel across the US-Mexico border for the holidays this year, travelers should plan to spend extra time at inspection stations, the US Customs and Border Protection said. Here are a list of holiday travel tips to help make it easier.
Developers Threatening Mexico's Wine Industry
 Patricia Rey Mallen
The Guadalupe Valley, in the Mexican state of Baja California, produces Mexico's best wines. And while “best Mexican wines” is not a phrase that wine aficionados have heard too often - Mexican beers are arguably better-known - those grapes deserve attention.
Guadalajara International Book Fair Starts Nov. 30
 Richard Dangler
Three Nobel prize winners from Israel including President Shimon Peres will attend the 2013 Guadalajara International Book Fair. As the guest nation of honor the Israelis will introduce audiences to a delegation of writers, academics, and musicians from the Jewish State.
Gay Marriage Legalization Proposed for Entire Country
 Mauricio Torres
Currently, same-sex unions are legal in Mexico City and, in a way, in Colima and Jalisco. A group of senators has proposed a legal reform to establish marriage as 'the free union of two people - not only that between a man and a woman' - throughout the entire country.
Israel’s Peres to Lead Business Delegation to Mexico
 Joshua Levitt
Israeli President Shimon Peres will lead a delegation of 80 companies to Mexico on an official state visit, including an audience with President Pena Nieto and its richest man, billionaire Carlos Slim. Part of the visit will be the first 'Israel-Mexico Business Conference.'
Voluntary Disarmament Program Continues its Success
 Sergio Ramos
One year ago Mexico's government put into place the 'For your family, voluntary disarmament' campaign. The program, which compensates citizens for the voluntary surrender of firearms, has been a huge success and officials are preparing to continue its success in 2014.
'Whiskers, Tails & Wings' Animal Folktales from Mexico
 Shari Schmidt
'Whiskers, Tails & Wings' is a must read fantasy adventure containing gorgeous paintings you'll want to frame on your walls. It takes animal folktales from five indigenous groups from Mexico and tells each story in a way that makes you feel like you've known it all your life.
Mexico Finally Qualifies for 2014 World Cup in Brazil
 PremierFootballNews.net
They may have taken the long road, but Mexico has officially qualified for the 2014 World Cup. After a qualifying campaign that could only be described as disastrous, El Tri has earned a spot in Brazil next summer after holding off New Zealand in a 4-2 final game.
Mexicans Crossing US Border the Lowest in Decades
 RT.com
Immigration remains a dominant political issue in the United States, however the amount of Mexicans crossing the US border has come to a virtual standstill. The weakened US economy and tougher border enforcement are among the factors that have contributed to the sudden drop.
President Peña Nieto Denies Meeting Justin Bieber
 The Associated Press
Justin Bieber's Latin American tour hit a sour note when President Peña Nieto denied meeting the pop star after Bieber had tweeted ‘just met some amazing mexican beliebers and the presidente of Mexico and his familia.’ The president tweeted and refuted the claim.
Real Estate Experts Discuss 'Making Money with Mexico'
 John K. Glaab
One of the more popular education sessions at the National Association of Realtors Conference was 'Making Money with Mexico' Linda Neil, CIPS, reported on Mexico's strong economic climate and statistics as to the number of Canadian and US citizens that own properties in the country.
Mexico Faces New Zealand Today for Trip to World Cup
 AFP
Mexico has vowed to avoid complacency in today's second leg of the World Cup Brazil Intercontinental Play-Off against New Zealand, despite their advantage in the match due their drubbing of All White's in what was dubbed by the media as 'the massacre at the Azteca.'
Former Mexican President Felipe Calderón Honored
 Sandra Dibble
The Institute of the Americas honored former Mexican President Felipe Calderón with its 'Leadership in the Americas Award.' Calderón, who held the presidency from 2006-2012, received the award in recognition of outstanding contributions to economic and social reforms.
Mexican Universities Eye United States for Expansion
 Matt Krupnick
A public university from the Mexican state of Colima has planted its flag in California, and behind its doors students prepare to take their final exams for Mexican degrees. This is just one recent effort by Mexican universities to provide full-fledged educations in the US.
How Climate Change is Destroying Cancuns' Beaches
 Simeon Tegel
Cancun’s perfect tropical beach is its principal selling point. But, as scientists predict an acceleration of climate change’s impacts, the popular resort is at a crossroads. For every inch of vertical sea rise there are typically between 80 and 100 inches of shore lost.
Children Cross Mexican Border to Receive US Education
 Lyndsey Layton
Nearly three out of four students at Columbus Elementary in New Mexico live in Palomas, Mexico and were born to Mexican parents. Muted complaints have been made from some local residents over the cost to US taxpayers. But most accept the arrangement as a simple fact of life.
 High-Speed Rail Possible Between San Antonio, Mexico
 Richard Dangler
Officials in Texas and in Mexico are discussing the possibility of building a high speed rail link between San Antonio and Monterrey. The project would spur not only economic development for chronically poor South Texas, but it would also create jobs in Northern Mexico.
Mexican Fisherman Loses Treasure, Now Faces Eviction
 Rodrigo Soberanes
A man who found and lost millions of dollars' worth of Aztec gold four decades ago is back in the public eye. After being tossed in prison for his error, he had found peace selling seafood, but now he's at risk of losing the small patch of beach where he earns his living.
British Golfer Attacked by Croc on Course in Cancun
 Greg Heffer
Thanks to quick-thinking pals, a tourist was lucky enough to survive a crocodile attack while golfing in Cancun, Mexico. The British man's friends beat the reptile with golf clubs then drove over it with their golf cart in order to save the man's life.
Mexico Overpowers New Zealand by a Score of 5-1
 Frankie Garcia
The Mexican soccer team proved to be overpowering on Wednesday afternoon, defeating New Zealand by a score of 5-1 in the world cup qualifier. Barring a miracle in the second leg of the two-game series, Mexico should qualify for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
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