Virtual Reality Meditation Shows Promise in Reducing Cancer-Related Anxiety, Stress, and Fatigue

A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Virtual Reality has found that virtual reality (VR) meditation can be an effective way to reduce cancer-related anxiety, stress, and fatigue. Frontiers is the 3rd most-cited and 6th largest research publisher and open science platform. The study, conducted by researchers at Immunity Therapy Center (ITC), found […]

August 17, 2023 at 2:19 PM PDT

Experience the Guelaguetza in Tijuana! Centro Cultural Tijuana invites you to celebrate this great Oaxacan festival

Oaxaca is known nationwide for its cultural, archaeological, and gastronomic wealth, with the Guelaguetza being one of the region's most popular traditions and a tourist attraction for Mexicans and foreigners. Guelaguetza is a festival that gathers the tangible and intangible heritage of the 8 regions of Oaxaca, a celebration full of color, joy, and customs. […]

August 17, 2023 at 1:00 PM PDT

Tijuana is the municipality that contributes the most to the reduction of poverty in Baja California

The Secretary of Economic Development of Tijuana (SEDETI), Alejandro Mungaray Lagarda, revealed that Tijuana registered a reduction of 9.9% on the poverty rate in the last 2 years, becoming the municipality with the greatest drop on this issue in Baja California. According to the latest study by the National Council for the Evaluation of Social […]

August 16, 2023 at 9:08 PM PDT

Governor Marina del Pilar will participate in binational meeting about the region’s sustainable economic integration

The governor of Baja California, Marina de Pilar, will be part of the NADBank Summit 2023 that will take place in San Antonio, Texas on August 30 and August 31, 2023, which is looking to promote dialogue about relevant environmental topics, sustainability processes, and economic integration of the US-Mexico border region. The North American Development […]

August 16, 2023 at 6:08 PM PDT

When does Tijuana play at the 2023 Little League Baseball World Series?

Officially, the 2023 Little League Baseball World Series has begun where Mexico is represented by the Municipal Tijuana Baseball team. It is evident that the entire region is proud of this team, and the excitement to see them play leads to many people asking: When does Tijuana play at the 2023 Little League Baseball World […]

August 16, 2023 at 12:40 PM PDT

Three men arrested in Tecate; they were carrying drugs and high impact weapons

Three individuals who allegedly create violence were arrested in the municipality of Tecate in possession of several high impact weapons with several useful cartridges and a huge amount of drugs. This arrest was carried out by agents of the State Forces of Citizen Security (FESC) and agents of the Secretariat of National Defense (SEDENA). This […]

August 15, 2023 at 6:05 PM PDT

A Tijuana classic: “Tortas Mi Ranchito” stands out due to their delicious chipotle sauce

On this episode of Una Mordida Tacos Tijuana, our host Chef Danny Betancourt went to "Tortas Mi Ranchito" located at Blvd. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz, Jose Sandoval. On this occasion he tried a special torta priced at $4.84 dollars ($80 pesos). Special Torta This torta has beef loin, ham, cheese, avocado, tomato, chipotle salsa, mayonnaise, and […]

August 15, 2023 at 5:27 PM PDT

Fiesta de Colores 2023: The best moments accompanied by more than 30 selected wines by Cetto

This weekend, Valle de Guadalupe dyed itself full of colors, joy, laughter, music, and above all, a lot of wine, thanks to the region’s most important winemaking family: CETTO. On Saturday, August 12 another edition of the traditional grape harvest by Grupo Cetto was celebrated. An authentic Fiesta de Colores took place, a unique experience […]

August 15, 2023 at 12:09 PM PDT

Tijuana native artists finish murals that will be part of World Design Capital Tijuana-San Diego

At last, Tijuana native artists finished the murals in 17 stations of the Comprehensive System of Transportation in Tijuana (SITT), which will be part of World Design Capital Tijuana-San Diego. In today's morning press conference led by mayor Montserrat Caballero Ramírez, the head of SITT, Alejandro Mungaray Moctezuma explained that the goal devised by the […]

August 14, 2023 at 7:24 PM PDT

The Tormentors, The Smiths tribute band, will open for Strangelove: The Depeche Mode Experience in Tijuana

Only a few days away from Strangelove: The Depeche Mode Experience which will take place on August 25 in Cine Bujazán in Tijuana, it has been confirmed that The Tormentors, The Smiths & Morrissey Experience, will also participate. They will be the opening act and will begin this new wave night in the border city. […]

August 14, 2023 at 6:36 PM PDT

People using the first photo booths in Tijuana pretended being inside a jail

Tijuana has become an important spot for craft beer with its Beer Route that encompasses 19 local breweries; but on this episode of Baja Window to the South, they spoke about 4 alternatives that you won't want to miss if you love this drink: Mexica Cervecería Artesanal Norte Brewing Corporation Telefónica Gastro Park Cypress These […]

August 14, 2023 at 6:19 PM PDT

Balboa Park will have a Fairy Tales in the Park event: a perfect magical afternoon for kids

Plans for the next weekend? Visit Balboa Park in San Diego as an area of this beautiful park will become a true fairy tale and will transport you to a magical world. The 15th edition of the yearly "Fairy Tales in the Park" event, presented by the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, promises an unforgettable […]

August 14, 2023 at 10:46 AM PDT

Marina del Pilar administration decreases poverty rate in Baja California by 9.1%

According to the latest study by the National Council of the Evaluation of Social Development Policy (CONEVAL), in Baja California the poverty rate dropped from 22.5% to 13.4% between 2020 and 2022, endorsing the social policy by the current administration led by Marina del Pilar. In addition, the number of people in extreme poverty in […]

August 13, 2023 at 5:34 PM PDT

Mayor Montserrat Caballero and Marcelo Ebrard unveil Berlin Wall monument in Tijuana

The mayor of Tijuana, Montserrat Caballero, unveiled the "World Without Walls" monument in Playas de Tijuana, alongside citizen and former Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Mexico, Marcelo Ebrard. She said, regarding this event, that this is a significant symbol for Tijuana natives as it is an original fragment from the Berlin Wall, which divided Germany […]

August 13, 2023 at 2:41 PM PDT

Marina del Pilar announces first adoption through “Familias de Corazón” program

Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, governor of Baja California, stated that little 10-month-old Ángela became the first minor to be adopted after being part of the "Familias de Corazón" initiative, which will allow her to have the right to a home that will give her love, care, and a better future. This represents one of […]

August 12, 2023 at 7:52 PM PDT

Tasty and monstrous New York taco by “Tacos Los Perrones” delights in Tijuana

On this episode of Una Mordida Tacos Tijuana, our host Chef Danny Betancourt went to "Tacos Los Perrones" located at Blvd. Gral Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada 1511, Zona Río. On this occasion he tried two tacos: a New York taco priced at $2.06 dollars ($34 pesos) and a Chihuahua arrachera taco priced at $2.36 dollars ($39 […]

August 12, 2023 at 2:59 PM PDT

Work to repair El Chaparral bridge in Tijuana begins

In order to safeguard the lives of at least 15,000 daily drivers, the Municipal Administration of Tijuana, led by mayor Montserrat Caballero Ramírez, began preliminary work to repair the El Chaparral bridge with an investment that will reach up to 75 million pesos. The head of the Secretariat of Territory, Urban, and Environmental Development (SDTUA), […]

August 11, 2023 at 5:18 PM PDT

Which event are you going to? These are the best events to enjoy the weekend in Baja

It doesn't matter if you're on vacation or not, summer is the perfect excuse to enjoy the best events and here are some recommendations. The highlight is "Fiesta de Colores" by Cetto, wine lovers’ favorite event where they'll be able to taste and enjoy exquisite internationally renowned wines, accompanied with food pairings and excellent artists. […]

August 11, 2023 at 2:45 PM PDT

CBP crosses boy into the United States to get treated after being run over in off-road race in Baja California

A kid suffered a significant injury this past weekend while an off-road race was taking place in Ejido Jacume, in the municipality of Tecate, Baja California and very close to the US border. CBP shared that on Saturday, August 5, a group of people came to the southern border near Jacumba, California. This crowd came […]

August 11, 2023 at 2:31 PM PDT

Lemon Festival comes back to Chula Vista this Saturday

On Saturday, August 12, the Annual Lemon Festival organized by the Third Avenue Village Association, will take place in the historic original neighborhood of Chula Vista. This yearly event, which takes place at the famous Third Avenue Village, will be accessible from 10 AM to 6 PM. Something important to note is that admission will […]

August 11, 2023 at 1:37 PM PDT