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Mexican Shoppers Still Flock to Blockbuster & Woolworth
 TheSpec.com
Old American store brands don't die, they just move to Mexico. Blockbuster, Woolworth and Sears - extinct or barely hanging on in the U.S. - are getting an afterlife from Mexican billionaires and other investors who look past the mustiness and see profits.
Mexico's America Movil Moves to Compete with AT&T
 Business Insider
Mexican telecoms giant America Movil, controlled by billionaire Carlos Slim, will respond to a challenge from US carrier AT&T by offering some subscribers free calls to and data in the United States, and will also invest $6 billion in its network in Mexico.
Mexico Could Have Vaccine Against Dengue by Year's End
 BanderasNews.com
Mexico could be the first country in the world to have the vaccine against Dengue, following the Monday signing of an agreement between the Mexican Health Secretariat and Sanofi Pasteur, the French company that developed the vaccine after 17 years of research.
Maya City of Toniná is Mexico's Largest Pyramid
 ancient-origins.net
Recent excavations at Tonina by archaeologists from Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History have shown the Maya city to be twice as large as predicted, with clearly defined areas for palaces, temples, housing, and administration.
Democrats Abroad: Bi-partisan FACTA Reform Needed
 DemocratsAbroad.org
The legal effort led by Republican Presidential candidate Rand Paul will likely take years to make its way through the courts, and won't alleviate the current hardships for Americans abroad - like closed bank accounts and refused mortgage applications.
Mexico's Blossoming Wine Region: Rustic Meets Refined
 USA Today
Mexico has been making wine for centuries, but Baja's wine country, the fertile Valle de Guadalupe, has been flying blissfully under the radar of most oenophiles. But with bottles labeled 'Baja' popping up on wine lists at the hottest restaurants in San Diego, that's about to change.
Mexican Ministry Recognizes Importance of LGBT Tourism
 Tourism Review
Cancún, Mexico City, and Puerto Vallarta are among the friendliest Mexican destinations for gay travelers, stated a representative from the Ministry of Tourism. He says LGBT tourism is an important market for Mexico that can bring huge benefits to the industry.
Colima Volcano Eruption Results in Evacuations
 Ricardo Acerco
Last week's eruption of the Colima volcano has led to the evacuation of some 670 people in the western Mexican states of Colima and Jalisco, and the declaration of emergency in five municipalities in the state of Colima, large parts of which are covered with ash.
Vallarta-Nayarit Welcomes Southwest Airlines
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Last week, a planeload of visitors from Orange County, California, were greeted at PV's International Airport with a welcome cocktail to celebrate Southwest Airlines 44th anniversary and the increase in tourism that this newest flight represents.
July 24 is National Tequila Day in the United States
 Lorena Sonrisas
July 24 is National Tequila Day in the United States and, according its official Facebook page, the most appropriate thing to do is to celebrate the holiday with a tequila toast. But first, a little tequila history...
 Tierra Alta Cabin Development Near El Tuito 25% Sold
 Tropicasa Realty
With the most recent reservation of Lot 14, the Tierra Alta eco cabin development, less than an hour's drive from Puerto Vallarta, has now sold 25% of its inventory. The developers are happy to see that the Mexican mountain cabin concept is being received so well.
'This is Jalisco' Video Promotes the State of Jalisco
 Geo-Mexico.com
The Jalisco State government recently released an informative video highlighting some of the reasons why Jalisco is one of the best locations in Mexico for farming, business and tourism. This video is an excellent introduction to one of Mexico's most important states.
T-Mobile Introduces 'Mobile without Borders'
 BanderasNews.com
The July 15 introduction of 'Mobile without Borders' will mean that all T-Mobile subscribers on a Simple Choice plan will get free calling to and from Mexico and Canada, as well as all the 4G LTE data they're entitled to, anywhere on the continent, at no further cost.
Jalisco's Bomberos Helping Canada Fight Wildfires
 BanderasNews.com
With more than 90 wildfires raging in northern Alberta, the government called up 62 firefighters from the Mexican state of Jalisco. Firefighting season in Jalisco ended a week ago, about the same time the Mexican firemen were asked to go to Alberta.
Holland America Cruises Explore the Spirit of Mexico
 PR Newswire
This Fall, Holland America Cruise Line will offer a 7-day Mexican Riviera cruise that calls at Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta. A Premium Cruise Experience makes time onboard as enriching as visiting the ports through lectures, demonstrations, performances and cuisine.
'Good Guys, International' Seeking LatAm Action Hero
 Greg Spencer
A talent hunt is underway in 48 countries for action heroes to star in a multi-national co-production titled 'Good Guys, International.' Casting for the Latin 'Good Guy' will be done by whichever Latin American producer becomes a co-producer on this film.
When I Moved to Mexico, I Learned Life Isn't a Race
 Time
One summer, Washington realtor Elle Cosimano took a sabbatical and moved her family to Mexico's Riviera Maya to write the first draft of a novel. Once finished, she never went home, never went back to real estate, and never looked back. Here's what she learned.
Mexico's Acueducto de Tembleque a World Heritage Site
 JourneyMexico.com
Last week the UNESCO World Heritage Committee gathered in Bonn, Germany for the 39th annual World Heritage Sites selection session. Among the sites selected was Mexico's Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque Hydraulic System, which was built in the 16th century.
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