Are You Overweight? Diabetes, Stroke or a Heart Attack May All Be At Your Door Step

Both Strokes and Heart Disease are invited risks if you have Diabetes that is either left untreated or is out of control. Being overweight adds fuel to this risk. This is a threat that you can control if you are alerted that diabetes could be fatal. An uncontrollable risk is having a family member who […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:25 PM PDT

Uber in Mexico Offers Free Rides During Massive Taxi Protests

MEXICO CITY.- 'Traditional' transit systems have chosen Monday, May 25th as a day to protest against ridesharing services like Uber and Cabify. Thousands of taxi drivers marched today demanding that both Uber and Cabify withdraw their service, who upset drivers blames for a drop in their passengers, labeling them as "unfair competition", while voicing their […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:25 PM PDT

“Forgotten Heroes”: Every Soldier Of The ‘E Company’

In spite of their heroic acts, it's very rare to hear speak of them, not even on Memorial Day are they remembered. The soldiers of the 'E Company', known as the only Mexican-American division to fight in World War II, the 'E Company' fought against the Nazis in the South of Italy, helping to free […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:24 PM PDT

Many people confuse Veterans Day and Memorial Day. Don’t

The difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day is confusing for many people, and it shouldn't be. Here's a handy guide to help you distinguish Veterans Day, Tuesday's holiday, always celebrated on Nov. 11, from Memorial Day, which falls on the last Monday in May. And by handy guide, we mean: Marine veteran and ex-San […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:24 PM PDT

90% Of Mexicans Are Sure Their Political Parties Are Corrupt

MEXICO.- According to research and data published in her book, Anatomía de la Corrupción, María Amparo Casar, a political analyst from the Center for Economic Research and Teaching (CIDE), mentions that Mexico scored 35 points out of 100 regarding its perception of corruption, placing it on number 103 of the 175 countries on its index. […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:22 PM PDT

Tijuana’s Food Garden Plaza Rio Hosts Inaugural Event

TIJUANA. Food Garden Plaza Rio held it's inaugural event the evening of Tuesday, May 19th, marking the official opening of Mexico's only mall-based food hall. Food Garden Plaza Rio was designed around similar food hall concepts – such as Mexico City's Mercado Roma – with the distinction that it's the only food hall in the […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:20 PM PDT

Homemade Morphine: Yes, You Can Make At Home

CALIFORNIA.- Morphine is a controlled drug that serves as a powerful painkiller, which is why we don’t recommend its elaboration. However, a group of scientists from the University of California discovered that producing this drug at home is easier than what many would think. Specially now with everyone making craft beer, anyone who has access […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:20 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:20 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:19 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:19 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:18 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:16 PM PDT

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), […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:16 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:15 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:15 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:14 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:13 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:13 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:13 PM PDT

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 […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:12 PM PDT