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Joe Arpaio close to being voted out of office
The political recall committee Respect Arizona reported today that they have already collected more than 200,000 signatures of registered voters in the final stretch to start the impeachment proceedings against the controversial Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio. The group must submit 335,000 signatures by May 30th to be successful in their attempt to force a […]
Countdown for immigration reform debate begins
Iowa Sen. Charles Grassley said today that the Senate Judiciary Committee will begin the debate on the immigration reform bill in 16 days. At the beginning of the third preliminary hearing on the reform, this high ranked Republican on the Committee reiterated his concerns about the bill that was put together by the "Group of […]
Facebook used in teen girl’s murder
Three young men ages 18 and 19 years old contacted a minor through the social network Facebook, took advantage of her trust, abducted her and killed her within hours after releasing the young teen. After killing the young girl, things did not stop there. These three men then decided to seek for some ransom from […]
Boston Bombing Conspiracy Theory
Two bombs, 3 deaths and more than 180 injured triggered the persecution of two brothers as the ones responsible for this horrible incident. But is it real or just a setup by the U.S. government? This is a question that many have been asking themselves in recent days. This past weekend several images have been […]
No back up for Xolos in Libertadores
SAN DIEGO, CA.- The Round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores is just around the corner for the Xoloitzcuitles. With the local Liga MX playoffs slipping away game by game, the Xolos will focus on the season's main objective; Copa Libertadores. With the group play now complete in the Copa Libertadores the South American Soccer […]
North Korea asks Mongolia for help
The president of Mongolia, Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj, reported through his website a request made from North Korea for help with food, due to a possible shortage in that country. The petition was signed by the North Korean ambassador Hong Gyu, where he also mentioned that North Korea could face severe food shortages, and called for Mongolia […]
Woman used to transport 30 pounds of Drugs
A woman who lives in Tijuana, but due to her job has to cross the border into the U.S. on a daily basis, unknowingly transported 30 pounds of marijuana from Tijuana to San Diego. The woman, 33, who was still sitting in her vehicle when two men got close to her and started to look […]
Companies helping immigrants apply for U.S. citizenship
Miami will host tomorrow the "Bethlehem Project", which is the first immigration forum that will involve local community organizations and private companies who will be assisting immigrant employees in the citizenship application process. The National Immigration Forum organization will host a conference at the Miami Dade College campus, where they will present the program that […]
Viñedos en Flor 2013 the Flowering of the Vines in Mexico’s Wine Country, May 18
By Carla White Via Baja.com Starting in September, I begin to count the weeks and then the days until this annual celebration, Viñedos en Flor (the Flowering of the Vines), takes place in Mexico's Wine Country, the enchanting Valle de Guadalupe, Ensenada. To me, this event officially kicks off the wine season, heralded by delicate […]
Jewish man travels in a bag
A Jewish man was photographed while traveling in a bag, after learning that his plane would fly over a cemetery. The news website Ynet was the first to report on this peculiar case, to which this passenger said he traveled this way by following the orders of his rabbi. Originally, it was reported that the […]
Obama asks for foreigners not to be rejected
U.S. President Barack Obama yesterday invoked again the "American spirit" by asking for citizens to continue keeping "intact" and "faith in others," after the arrest on Friday of one of the co-authors of the attacks in Boston. In his weekly radio and Internet broadcast, which was recorded before the arrest but released yesterday, Obama praised […]
Tijuana’s Zonkeys shine against Mineros of Cananea
Showing very smart tactics and with a lot of heart, the Tijuana Zonkeys were able to beat Cananea Mineros 105-83, sweeping the series in Sonora for the first time, as part of the 2013 season of the Basketball Circuit of the Pacific Coast (Cibacopa in Spanish). The best scorer of the night was Marcus Morrison […]
BOX : Unanimous Decision for “Canelo” Alvarez
Saul "Canelo" Alvarez becomes the only champion at 154 pounds as he defeated Austin Trout by a unanimous decision in San Antonio, Texas. Close fight all the way through the twelve rounds but all three referees were all in agreement that Alavarez had the edge over Trout with the scores 118-109, 115-112, and 116-111. Austin […]
Unanimous decision for “Canelo” Alvarez
Saul "Canelo" Alvarez becomes the only champion at 154 pounds as he defeated Austin Trout by a unanimous decision in San Antonio, Texas. Close fight all the way through the twelve rounds but all three referees were all in agreement that Alavarez had the edge over Trout with the scores 118-109, 115-112, and 116-111. Austin […]
Xolos 1-2 Morelia: Another Hit to the playoff hopes
Club Tijuana basically says goodbye to the playoffs with tonight's 2-1 loss to Monarcas Morelia at home. Danny Marquez found the back of the net for Xolos in the first half, but Hector Mancilla turned it all around for Morelia in a matter of minutes. Both Xolos and Morelia came into the game with positive […]
Xolos – Morelia: A call to arms in the playoff battle
Club Tijuana Xoloitzcuitles is back in action this Saturday when they face Morelia. The Xolos need to start picking up the wins in the Liga MX competition as their playoffs chances continue to dwindle away with each passing game. The Xolos got a rare treat this week in the form of rest; there was no […]
Date set for Xolos vs Palmeiras
The South American Soccer Confederation (CONMEBOL) has set the dates for the round of 16 matches in the 2013 Copa Libertadores. Club Tijuana will face off against Brazilian side Palmeiras in said competition and said round. According to information published in the official CONMEBOL website the first leg match between the Xolos and Palmeiras will […]
Mixing music: Tijuana & New York
The Baja Musical Arts Initiative (BMAI) is the name that was given to the New York office belonging to the Orchestra of Baja California, whose main objective is to join multicultural links in music. This Friday April 19th will be the official launch in the Elebash Recital Hall at The Graduate Center, located in the […]
Tourists spend more in Mexico
The American multinational financial services corporation Visa, who also has a division in Mexico, has reported that in 2012, $5.7 billion dollars were spent in Mexico, which is an increase of 16.3% over the previous year. It was Eduardo Coello, the General Director of Visa Mexico, who spoke about new spending habits in the country […]
River Plate in Argentina interested in Fidel Martinez
The legendary Argentine club, River Plate is looking to strenghthen their squad for next season and return to the top parts of the table. They have kept a close eye on Xolos' Fidel Martinez who could become the star signing for the 'Millonarios' in Argentina. Based on information coming out of Martinez's home country Ecuador […]