Mexico at a glance.
Politics
Antonio Flores Guerra, a Labor Party deputy in Coahuila, Mexico, proposes a reform to the Penal Code to classify and sanction digital and media violence, including cyberbullying and digital contract killing.
Crime
Former President Felipe Calderón, in his books, praises Genaro García Luna for his role in Mexico's security strategy, despite García Luna later being imprisoned for drug trafficking links. Calderón defends his administration's actions.
Biodiversity
A new species of Mexican tree, Coutaportla lorenceana, has been discovered in the Sierra Madre Occidental. The tree is a microendemism, found only in a specific area. It has lavender flowers and is part of the Rubiaceae family.
Women
Menopause poses significant health risks for women, primarily cardiovascular disease. Estrogen deficiency leads to increased body fat, lipids, and weight gain, elevating heart attack and stroke risk.
Biodiversity
Climate experts warn of increasing complex challenges due to rising global temperatures, citing more frequent and severe droughts, heatwaves, and storms. Chronic climate changes, such as desertification and biodiversity loss, pose significant long-term economic and social risks.
Sports
Mexico's baseball 5 team finished sixth in the World Cup, losing to Chinese Taipei, Cuba, and Venezuela in the Super Round. They beat Australia, Tunisia, and China in the group stage.
Sports
Sebastián Williams, a Mexican surfer, won the gold medal at the Pan American Surfing Games in Peru. He defeated Argentinian Franco Radziunas and Peruvian Andrés Echecopar in the final.
Politics
Experts discuss legalizing euthanasia in Mexico City. The proposed bill aims to help those with irreversible conditions choose medically assisted death. It emphasizes patient autonomy, challenges medical ethics, and sparks debate on dignity in dying.
Politics
President Claudia Sheinbaum signs decree to reform Federal Labor Law, aiming to benefit 658,000 'app' workers by formalizing their employment and granting them rights. She also criticizes Genaro García Luna's cynicism in commenting on judicial reform despite his links to drug trafficking.
Newsletter
The Mexicanist newsletter delivers a wild ride through Mexico's chaos. From cartel battles and political intrigue to bizarre animal encounters and travel treasures, this week has had it all. Tune in next week for more of the madness.
Wellbeing
The world faces a food crisis due to unsustainable consumption, climate change, and geopolitical conflicts. Hunger and malnutrition are rising, and resources are dwindling. To ensure a sustainable future, we must reduce food waste, consume more sustainably.
History
The DFS, Mexico's political police, was created in 1947 to protect national security. It became a tool for repression, particularly during the Cold War. The DFS was involved in surveillance, harassment, torture, and extrajudicial killings of political dissidents.
Business
Agrovoltaics, combining agriculture and solar energy, offers a sustainable solution for farmers. Experts advocate for its adoption, emphasizing its benefits in increasing yields and reducing environmental impact.
Originals
A woodcutter encounters a ghostly woman in white while working late one night. The woman, seemingly harmless, approaches him despite his dogs' fear and vanishes mysteriously when he reaches the fence.
Crime
Two horrific incidents involving Mexican security forces have left families devastated. A nurse and a young girl were killed in separate attacks by soldiers and National Guard members in Nuevo Laredo.
Politics
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo assured US and Mexican business leaders that the reform to the Judicial Branch will strengthen the rule of law and guarantee safe investments.