Mexico at a glance.
Cancun
Cancun's hotel sector urges authorities to halt new construction due to overwhelmed public services. With 35,000 of 40,800 rooms straining infrastructure, industry leaders call for a moratorium to update systems.
Cancun
Mexico's tourism sector sees major boost with $700M investment from Grupo Xcaret announced at Cancún Travel Mart. Event draws 23 countries, expects $4.9B in deals. Government focuses on sustainable growth, international promotion, and women's leadership in tourism industry.
Politics
President Sheinbaum celebrates constitutional reform for women's equality, launches housing program in Baja California Sur, meets Malala Yousafzai, and addresses Sinaloa violence.
History
Mario Álvaro Cartagena López was a Mexican activist who fought against the authoritarian regime during the Dirty War. He was repeatedly imprisoned and tortured, and his partner was murdered. Despite the hardships, he remained a symbol of resistance and fought for justice and human rights.
Crime
The Attorney General's Office (FGR) accused Judge Alejandro Díaz Cruz of ignoring 78 pieces of evidence linking Joaquín Guzmán López to kidnapping and treason. The FGR criticized the judge's dismissal of the evidence and vowed to continue its investigation transparently.
Crime
Ricardo "N", a Supreme Court employee and close aide to Minister Norma Piña, has been linked to a criminal process for allegedly committing aggravated sexual abuse at his workplace. Arrested following an investigation, he is now in preventive detention.
Crime
John Panaligan, one of the U.S. Marshals' 15 most wanted fugitives, was arrested in Mexico after nearly seven years on the run. Panaligan, 57, is accused of murdering attorney Victor Jigar Patel in 2016. He was extradited to Illinois to face charges, marking a major victory for law enforcement.
Crime
In Xochimilco, Oswel Gabriel, 27, confessed to killing Raúl Alejandro, 60, after a night of drinking and drugs. Oswel claimed Raúl tried to rape him over unpaid drugs, prompting him to fatally stab Raúl.
Crime
In Tecpan de Galeana, Guerrero, violent clashes erupted between organized crime groups, leaving several dead, including police officers and civilians. Authorities quickly deployed military and police forces to restore order.
Crime
The Government of Guanajuato confirmed car explosions in Acámbaro and Jerécuaro, targeting police. Three officers were injured, one critically. Governor García Muñoz Ledo prioritized security, coordinating with national forces.
Politics
The Chamber of Deputies in Mexico approved a constitutional reform mandating companies to provide workers with adequate housing via contributions to the National Housing Fund.
Politics
The Mexican Chamber of Deputies has approved reforms to expand welfare benefits for individuals with disabilities, lower the retirement age, and provide greater support to rural communities.
Politics
In her press conference, President Claudia Sheinbaum celebrated the continuation of Judicial Branch elections and announced plans to eliminate re-election and nepotism in politics.
Sports
At the Peru International Series 2024 in Lima, Mexico's badminton team won gold and bronze. Luis Montoya and Miriam Rodríguez clinched gold in mixed doubles, defeating Brazil's Farías and Lima.
History
The Spanish Inquisition, established to control and homogenize beliefs in the Americas, persecuted individuals accused of witchcraft, such as Latlalpa in Querétaro.
Politics
In Claudia Sheinbaum's People's Morning Conference, Mexico announced plans to create 300,000 new higher education places. Rosario Castellanos University will expand nationally. A QR code issue halted judicial reform notifications.