Mexico at a glance.
History
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a priest, led Mexico's independence movement in 1810, boosting local economies with silk and pottery. His revolutionary actions are documented in various historical records, showcasing his role in liberating Mexico from Spanish rule.
History
In the 1970s, the DEA transformed drug enforcement in Mexico through a complex web of operations. What began as small-scale interventions evolved into systematic campaigns, involving official agents, border personnel, and temporary operatives.
Originals
Don Arturo Rojas recounts a chilling encounter with a spectral charro. As a young man, he and his friends pursued the ghostly figure on horseback but were unable to catch up. The charro led them to a cemetery and vanished.
Politics
The Mexican Chamber of Deputies approved a controversial reform expanding pre-trial detention for drug trafficking, extortion, and tax crimes. The reform aims to combat rising crime rates, but critics argue it could lead to human rights abuses.
Mexico City
Mexico overhauls its government structure with the creation of new secretariats focused on anti-corruption, women's rights, science, technology, and digital transformation. The reforms aim to modernize the administration and address pressing challenges.
Originals
A group of Americans visit a Mexican town seeking a 19th-century buried treasure. They have a detailed map but mysteriously disappear after initial inquiries. The local community is intrigued by the legend and the foreigners' sudden interest, leaving the mystery unsolved.
Cancun
Xcaret's high-stakes adventure park, Xavage, is shutting down due to a significant drop in tourist spending. The 100 million dollar investment failed to attract enough visitors, forcing the company to reevaluate its strategy.
Crime
Notorious Mexican drug lord Jesús Salas Aguayo, alias "El Chuyín," was killed in Chihuahua, Mexico. He was a key figure in the Juárez Cartel, responsible for numerous violent crimes, including homicides, kidnappings, and drug trafficking.
Crime
Ismael N., alias "El Buchanans," a dangerous criminal with ties to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, was arrested for the horrific massacre at the Bling Bling bar in Mexico. His gang, involved in drug trafficking, extortion, and murder, sought to expand its territory and influence.
Originals
A group of bricklayers experiences a terrifying night in a haunted house in Guerrero, Coahuila. The house, rumored to be cursed, unleashes a series of paranormal events, including inexplicable noises, a strange fire, and a malevolent force that traps one of the workers.
History
In 1974, Mexico's dark history reached a bloody crescendo when government forces stormed an FLN safe house in Nepantla. Over 100 heavily armed agents massacred five revolutionaries, showcasing the PRI regime's brutal repression during the "Dirty War."
Originals
A mysterious light procession haunts the Coahuila desert, believed to be the ghosts of royalist soldiers guarding a stolen treasure. Local legends connect this phenomenon to historical figures like Doña Victoriana, a shrewd woman who allegedly found the treasure and used it to elevate her family.
Travel
Planning a Mexican family vacation? Here's your survival guide: Book spacious accommodations, hire a local driver, embrace authentic cuisine, and keep everyone busy with cultural activities.
Business
Mexico's population policy has been lacking. The country has failed to capitalize on its demographic bonus due to a lack of strategic planning and resources. This has resulted in a declining birth rate, emigration, and economic challenges.
Biodiversity
The UN confirms human activity as the main cause of global warming over the past 200 years, exacerbating natural climate variability and leading to extreme weather, biodiversity loss, and resource scarcity. Greenhouse gas emissions, especially CO2, are key culprits.
United States
As Donald Trump returns to the presidency, experts caution about the uncertain balance of power among Republicans and the legislative challenges ahead. The U.S.-Mexico relationship will be tested, emphasizing the need for strategic negotiation amid Trump's erratic approach.