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Disney and SanDiegoRed Giveaway Pet Carrier and “Minnie’s Pet Salon” DVD
'Minnie's Pet Salon' is finally on DVD and to celebrate it, Disney and SanDiegoRed are giving away a pet carrier inspired on the movie which includes the following items: Pet carrier Fifi dog stuffed animal Perfume bottle Necklace Pet water bowl Brush Scarf Also, a DVD of the movie is included. WARNING: THE PET CARRIER […]
Chinese “Enterpreneurs” Exploit Mexican Children For Amber Extraction
CHIAPAS, MEXICO.- Chinese dealers has recently set their attention upon Chiapas potential mines, were amber and manpower are abundant, specially when it comes to hiring children for the extraction of said jewel. Adults and children are being hired by Chinese people in Simojovel, Chiapas for the illegal extraction of amber, "right beside the hidden and […]
Won’t Somebody Please Help The Xolos Out?
TIJUANA.- The Tijuana Xolos soccer team just suffered one of the biggest collapses in the history of Mexican soccer. The canine ensemble was the league leader for 5 weeks and for 14 were in the finals qualifying round, when suddenly at the last minute, a painful shot to the goal from the Leon team left […]
Excessive Exposure To Mobile Devices May Cause Blindness
How many hours a day do you spend on your electronic devices? How much damage can this 'daily tools' cause you? The time we spent in front of a screen, whether is our computer or phone, can slowly but surely damage you sight. This is because the ultraviolet light released from these devices, kills your […]
Today Is International Museum Day! Which One Are You Going To Visit?
Every year on May 18th, the International Council of Museums, celebrates International Museum Day. Some museums offer free admission, extended hours and free family activities, as well as concerts and guided tours. So, if you have some free time this afternoon or a close by, visit you favorite museum and join the fun. *In the […]
There Is Now A Popsicle That Prevents Anemia
Your kids want an popsicle for dessert? Now you can give them one and rest assured that is good for their health, given that a lollipop that helps prevent anemia has been created by a Mexican student. Noemí Valdivia Martínez, student from the Amecameca University Center at Autonomous University of the State of Mexico (UAEM), […]
Tijuana and the future of trade
Since 1928, Tijuana, Mexico, has been portrayed as the city of sin the place that allowed "mob entrepreneurs" to take advantage of its strategic location in order to satisfy US demand for all things illegal. Tijuana also became the most visited border city in the world, mainly thanks to tourism. In 1994, when the […]
Rainy and eventful weekend for Tijuana and San Diego
TIJUANA/SAN DIEGO.- Unless you live on a very rain hazardous area, there is no need to stay home. Come on, it's the weekend! It's time to shake off that school and work routine for a couple of days. And while pulling out some blankets and binge watching Netflix with some pizza and beer sounds very […]
The Great Tony Bennett will enchant San Diego, Thursday, May 14th at Humphrey’s By The Bay
SAN DIEGO.- Spend a night being soothed by a legendary signer right beside a spectacular view of the city and the sea this Thursday, when Humphrey's By the Bay brings you Tony Bennett, live in concert. Millions of record sales, dozens of platinum and gold albums and 60 years of achievements alone are sure to […]
GO GLOBAL
Through an exponential growth in economic activity, the region of San Diego safely aims to improve their economy. This initiative to catalyze the global competitiveness of the region recognizes how important the connections between foreign direct investment and international exports are, as well as both being essential tools to support regional economic development. Through a […]
Why Mexico Needs UBER
Here's how: Riders Want to Feel Safe "Regulated" Taxi Services are regulated in name only. As any regular rider can attest to getting into cabs in Mexico City where the driver does not match the posted photo badge, or into actual "pirate taxis" that are painted to look like cabs but operate illegally. There are […]
Tijuana Toll Exemption Protest Planned for May 30th
TIJUANA.- On May 30th, 2015, a group of residents living along the stretch of highway to the south of the Playas de Tijuana toll booth plan to gather at the toll booth to protest the authorities' unwillingness to grant an exemption. The protest is yet another in a series of actions planned by the group […]
Koi Sushi in Playas de Tijuana Rolls Out the Good Stuff
When thinking of sushi on the west coast, Tijuana may not spring to mind as a destination for the Japanese specialty as do north of the border raw meccas San Diego, Orange County and Los Angeles. But why not? After all, Baja California's largest city shares the same urban population, Asian influence and proximity to […]
Tijuana Youths Graduate From Forest Whitaker’s ‘Harmonizing Program’
TIJUANA.- Thirty four teenagers from Tijuana who were selected to be part of renown actor Forest Whitaker's 'Harmonizing Program' graduated from said program last night at UABC's Lecture Hall. This is the first group of many to come, which has benefitted from the 'Whitaker Peace and Development Initiative' (WPDI), a program that helps teens living […]
Frida Kahlo’s Personal Photo Archive To Be Displayed At CECUT
TIJUANA.- Renown Mexican painter, Frida Kahlo, was also the author and model for the upcoming art exhibit that will be featured at Centro Cultural Tijuana (CECUT), titled 'Frida Kahlo: Sus Fotos' in o honor of her self titled book and recompilation by Pablo Ortiz Monasterio, which gathers photographs from the artist's persona archive. Here we […]
Uber Responds To Taxi Drivers Incident in Tijuana: “We all have the right to choose how we move around”
TIJUANA.- Uber, the private transportation company, has made a public comment regarding the altercation that took place yesterday between two taxi drivers and a service associate, who was carrying two passengers: "Every citizen of Tijuana has the right of choosing they way they move around throughout the city. Here at Uber, we work to provide […]
VIDEO | Taxi Drivers Threaten Uber Driver in Tijuana
TIJUANA.- A video posted today on YouTube by a user named tijuangrass shows how two taxi drivers threaten and blocked the way of an Uber driver, who was taking some passengers to their destination. VIDEO: TAXI DRIVERS CONFRONT UBER DRIVER IN OTAY The incident occurred in front of Plaza Americana, Otay, the user who uploaded […]
Tijuana Restaurants See a 20% Increase In Patrons
TIJUANA.- According to a press release, Tijuana & Tecate's National Chamber of Restaurants and Seasoned Food Industry (CANIRAC) reported a 20% increase in patronage to Tijuana restaurants over the weekend. Martín Muñoz Avilés, president of CANIRAC, mentioned that restaurant clientele increased due to Mother's Day celebration, mainly in the 5 y 10, Zona Río and […]
Pollution, One Of The Main Causes Of Whale Deaths In Baja
BAJA CALIFORNIA.-Over the course of one month, 3 whales have been washed ashore in Playas de Tijuana, Rosarito (El Bebe Beach) and Popotla. The third grey whale was found last night in Popotla, near a rocky area that was hard to access. Rosarito's Federal Terrestrial Maritime Zone (Zofemat) assured that sea pollution is the main […]
‘Rawvana’ Tells You 6 Benefits Of Eating Mango
Summer is just around the corner, and with it comes one of its most delicious fruits: mango! Furthermore, it's not only yummy but it's also nutrient rich, given that it has great health benefits. Here are some mango benefits: 1.It Helps Our Digestion Due to its high fiber and potassium content, mangos help prevent constipation […]