According to Banxico's list of counterfeit notes caught each year by denomination, 500-peso bills were the most counterfeited in 2021. This information was gleaned via Banxico's surveillance activities.
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 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.
Cancun, once a meticulously planned city, has been plagued by irregular settlements due to land grabs and political corruption. These settlements lack basic infrastructure and are often built on illegally zoned land.
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.