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Five Places to Live in Mexico... and Three to Avoid
PRWeb

Mexico is not only the nearest destination abroad for U.S. and Canadian expats, it is also one of the most popular among North Americans. International Living has identified five specific locations that make great retirement destinations - and three that don't.

Mexico's 'Silicon Valley,' Guadalajara, Looks to Expand
Tropicasa Realty

While Governor Sandoval wants the world to discover Jalisco's simple charms – its resorts, beaches and tequila - he's also pitching Guadalajara for its high-tech charms. Regarded as Mexico's 'Silicon Valley,' the city is striving to turn itself into one of the world's leading digital creation centers.

Government to Measure Mexico Conectado Broadband Usage
Global Telecoms Business

Mexico's telecoms ministry has started a project to test the free broadband access that is available to citizens as part of the Mexico Conectado program. Cisco has been commissioned to develop an open government analytics and intelligence platform to measure the impact of the program.

Mexico Celebrates 'El Día de la Madre' on May 10
Marie Callan - BanderasNews.com

Unlike in the United States, where Mother's Day is always the second Sunday in May, in Mexico, Mother's Day, called 'El Dia de la Madre,' is always celebrated on May 10th. And it is a very big deal. I've heard some people compare it to Christmas for Mom.

Mexican Teen Designs Breast Cancer Detection Bra
Fox News

An 18-year-old student from Mexico won the top prize at the 2017 Global Student Entrepreneur Awards for his creation of EVA, an intelligent bra that can help in the early detection of breast cancer. Julian Rios Cantu was inspired by his mother's struggles as she battled the disease.

GAP: Passenger Traffic Up 19.0% in Mexican Airports
Business Wire

Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico (GAP) has announced preliminary terminal passenger traffic figures for the month of April 2017, compared to traffic figures for April 2016. Domestic passenger traffic increased by 18.9%, while international passenger traffic increased by 19.2%.

The Population of Americans in Mexico is Rising
US News

In 2017, for the first time in twenty years, Mexico topped the list of International Living's annual ranking of the best places for U.S. citizens to retire. The population of Americans in Mexico is rising, in size as well as in age. Yet most of them may be there illegally.

The Eagles Are Suing 'Hotel California' in Mexico
Time

In a complaint filed Monday with the Central District of California court, the Eagles claimed that the owners of the Hotel California in Baja California Sur lead customers to believe it is associated with the band and that the hotel served as an inspiration for the lyrics in the song.

Mexico Commemorates La Batalla de Puebla on May 5
BanderasNews.com

Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico's independence, but it is not Independence Day. Mexico asserted its independence from Spain on September 16, 1810. The festivities on May 5 are about another battle for independence - a battle fought against the French in 1862.

Moet Hennessey Introduces 'Volcan De Mi Tierra'
Forbes

For the past 2 ½ years a team of experts in Jalisco, Mexico has been working on an under-the-radar project for Moet Hennessey - a premium brand of tequila called 'Volcan De Mi Tierra.' The ultra-premium tequila is produced at the base of a volcano named, quite literally, 'Tequila.'

Remittances to Mexico Jump to Near-Record Levels
The Hill

Cash transfers from the U.S. to Mexico jumped 15% in March compared to the same period last year, making the month one of the biggest ever recorded for transfers sent by individuals. Mexicans received $2.5 billion in March compared to $2.2 billion a year earlier.

Mexico's Lower House Approves Medical Use of Marijuana
BanderasNews.com

Mexico's lower house passed a bill on Friday approving the use of marijuana for medicinal purposes, the latest in a series of legal changes and court rulings that have somewhat relaxed cannabis laws in Mexico. It will now be sent to Peña Nieto's desk where it is expected to be signed.

The Profitability of Owning Property in Mexico
MEXLend Mortgages for Mexico

The decision to buy property in Mexico doesn't necessary mean you're taking the plunge and deciding to move to Mexico, but it can turn out to be a very profitable decision to make. Investing in Mexican real estate gives you the opportunity to have your property essentially pay for itself.

Guadalajara Int'l Hot Air Balloon Festival, May 5-7
BanderasNews.com

The Guadalajara metropolitan area will be filled with color during the first 'GDL AIR 2017' International Hot Air Balloon Festival. Set to be held from May 5 to 7 at El Atorón Ranch in Cajititlán, Jalisco, the event will feature more than 45 hot air balloons, music, food and lots of family fun.

116-year-old María Félix Nava Gets Her Bank Card
BanderasNews.com

Last week, Citibanamex issued a bank card to 116-year-old María Félix Nava, who was initially rejected because she was too old, which made her miss out on monthly welfare payments. Mexico's new transparency rules require welfare recipients to have their own bank accounts.

Deputies Approve Ban on Dolphinariums in Mexico
BanderasNews.com

After two sessions were suspended earlier this month for lack of a quorum, on Tuesday, April 25, the Chamber of Deputies obtained the approval of reforms to the General Wildlife Law, which could eventually prohibit dolphinariums and marine mammal shows in Mexico.

Mexico Aims for Sustainability of its Farm Workers
The Packer

The International Fruit and Vegetables Alliance for Social Responsibility, also known by its Spanish acronym AHIFORES, continues to try to improve working conditions and wages for Mexico's agricultural employees through new partnerships and the creation of an international forum.

Mexico Eliminates Leading Infectious Cause of Blindness
World Health Organization

Trachoma has been eliminated as a public health problem in Mexico, the World Health Organization announced this week. Mexico becomes the first country in the Americas and the third in the world after Oman and Morocco to receive validation from WHO for having eliminated this disease.

New Rules for Importing Used Vehicles into Mexico
BanderasNews.com

On May 2, Aduana (the General Customs Administration, or AGA) will begin enforcing new rules for importing used vehicles into Mexico, in an effort to prevent the entry of stolen or 'junker' cars into the country, and to ensure that import duties are paid and that emissions tests are valid.


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