Ted Cruz Will Only Welcome Christian Refugees

Ted Cruz is not known for his religious openness nor his hospitality towards immigrants, a reputation that he has reinforced with one of his most recent statements. The subject came up during a interview with the Des Moines Register, where he was asked about his opinion regarding the Islamophobic comments of his contender, Ben Carson. […]

April 13, 2017

Today Is International Peace Day!

If you woke up in a bad mood, are holding a grudge against someone or you just don't feel like being around anyone, we invite you to change that attitude (even if its just for today), given that today we celebrate International Peace Day. In 1981, the United Nations declared September 21st as "International Peace […]

April 13, 2017

Upgrades To The Tectate-Tijuana Rail Line Boosts Competitiveness and Development in Baja

TIJUANA.-Governor Francisco Vega de Lamadrid toured continuing months of work to upgrade the Tijuana-Tecate railroad, a nearly 300 million peso investment from both the Federal Government and private funding, a strategic project that will strengthen Baja's competitiveness as well as tourist and economic development. Vega de Lamadrid, alongside state officials, businessmen and media representatives, boarded […]

April 13, 2017

The Best Free Apps for Traveling in Baja

Summer is officially over, but thankfully Baja California is a great year-round destination. The experts at Discover Baja have put together a great list of the best free apps for traveling in Baja. Whether you're planning your route, wondering what the gas prices are going to be, looking for a great place to stay or […]

April 13, 2017

Chaos Bursts In Croatia After Arrival Of Syrian Refugees

TOVARNIK.- After Hungary closed its border to Serbia to prevent Syrian refugees from entering the country, unless they were requesting shelter, thousands of refugees decided to part way over to Croatia. The country represents the longest and harshest route towards Europe; this morning, the Republic reported to have received approximately 13,500 Syrian refugees. In order […]

April 13, 2017

Facebook Community Manager: What It’s Really About

When you hear the words, Community Manager (CM) you might think of someone who spends their days chatting up on Facebook and wishing its followers a good Friday. However, this is a communication specialist who is in charge of creating and handling the presence of a brand, institution or cause through social and/or digital media, […]

April 13, 2017

John Boyega To Receive Award At San Diego Film Festival

SAN DIEGO, CA.- London based actor, John Boyega, will visit sunny California during The San Diego Film Festival, which will take place from September 30th to October 4th, in order to receive the Rising Star Award, just a few months before one of the biggest premieres of the millennium. This is not the first time […]

April 13, 2017

How About ‘Them Han Solo Frosting Pop-Tarts?

If you're one of those people who love strawberry filled Pop Tarts and coincidently, Star Wars, prepare yourself for a love-hate sensation with this new product that has been recently launched, although…Pop Tarts didn't have much to do in this evilness. We are talking about this new version of the original strawberry Pop Tart that […]

April 13, 2017

There Is Now A Cuban Ambassador For The US

UNITED STATES.- Today, a really big step has been given into normalizing Cuba and the United State's relationship, given that as of today the island's government assigned someone to serve as ambassador in the North American country. Jose Ramon Cabañas will the first person to occupy this position in over half a century, to be […]

April 13, 2017

Tongolele Will Arrive At CECUT Paying Homage To Tin Tan

TIJUANA.- Around 1951, a movie made it to the so called Golden Era of Mexican cinema. Dancer and actress, Yolanda Yvonne Montez, also known as "Tongolele" shared credits with Mexican comedian, German Valdes "Tin Tan" for the movie "Matenme Por Que Me Muero" (Kill Me Because I'm Dying) Sixty four years later, Tongolele will lead […]

April 13, 2017

6 Events You Can’t Miss This Weekend In Tijuana And San Diego

TIJUANA/SAN DIEGO.- Attention all comic book fans, heavy metal lovers, social drinkers and ranchero music fans! This weekend there are no excuses to stay in because we have several options affordable for all wallets. Which one are you going to choose? FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH 11th Tj Beer Fest with Celso Piña This event will take […]

April 13, 2017

Death Poll Rises: 11 Dead After Tsumani In Chile

CHILE.-Yesterday, approximately at 7:54 local hour (22H54 GMT), an 8.3 force earthquake on the Richter scale was registered center and North of Chile, causing a tsunami leaving 11 dead, 428 in shelters and 610 people with severe damages. Up until this morning Jorge Burgos, Chile's First Interior Minister, informed that the number of deaths has […]

April 13, 2017

Charlie Hebdo Pokes Fun At Consumerism and Europeans, But Not Aylan Kurdi

WORLD.-Controversy is not something new for Charlie Hebdo, the French publication which often hurts sensibilities due to their satiric style when it comes to sensitive matters. On this occasion, the target for its drawings was the immigration crisis across the Mediterranean that affects thousands of Syrian, as they flee from war trying to reach the […]

April 13, 2017

The Last Red Moon Of The Year Will Also Be The First Super Lunar Eclipse In 33 Years

WORLD.- Mark your calendars, because Sunday, September 27th will be a day to remember (and/or schedule), especially if you're a fan of astronomical phenomena. On the night of the 27th, you'll be able to experience the second lunar eclipse of the year closing a cycle of Red Moons (Red Crescents) that started on April, 2014. […]

April 13, 2017

At Least 5 Dead After Avalanche In The Alps

FRANCE.- An avalanche that shook the French part of The Alps took at least 5 lives today at Massif of Ecrins. Two people have disappeared and one was able to make it out with no harm whatsoever, according to an agency's report. The accident occurred approximately around midday (local hour) at the top of a […]

April 13, 2017

Tijuana Prepares Digital Emergency Map For El Niño

TIJUANA.- In response to the rain forecast expected for upcoming weeks, the City of Tijuana has maintain their prevention job in collaboration with different dependencies, which is why the Catastrophe Direction started to operate the City's Platform for Disaster Management. This control system can be consulted at catastro.tijuana.gob.mx, it's available to address reports caused by […]

April 13, 2017

Obama Renews Law That Makes Cuban Embargo Possible: This Is Why

WORLD.- The diplomatic relationship between the United States and Cuba will go its current course, but the embargo won't be gone any time soon, at least for a year. President Barack Obama renewed the law that makes the economic sanctions against the island possible, the Trading With The Enemy Act from 1917, although it is […]

April 13, 2017

“Baja Culinary Fest” Expected To Be The Most Important Event In Mexico In 2015

The "Baja Culinary Fest 2015: Sabor A Campo y Mar" festival is aiming to be the most important event of Mexico. During a joint press conference with the "Baja Culinary Fest A.C." foundation and authorities from the Tijuana Cultural Center (CECUT, in Spanish), Undersecretary of State Tourism, Ives Gabriel Lelevier Ramos detailed that the event's […]

April 13, 2017

Body Art & Much More At Tijuana Expo Tattoo 2015

MEXICO.- The times where tattoos were wrongly mistaken as something only criminals do are long gone, given that each time there are more people who appreciate good work done artistically on skin. While it's true that the stigma hasn't disappeared completely, nowadays, even top models in the cover of Vogue are seen with tattoos on […]

April 13, 2017

Cuba Will Pardon 3,522 Inmates In Anticipation Of Pope Francis Visit

LA HABANA.- Due to an agreement of the State Council, it has been informed that Cuba will pardon 3,522 inmates due to Pope Francis' visit to the island. The State Council of the Republic of Cuba agreed to pardon 3,522 sentenced people, the same way they have done when other Popes have visited the country. […]

April 13, 2017