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Robin Williams was 2014’s Most Searched on Google
WORLD.- One of the most talked about events this year, according to Google, was Robin Williams' death, after committing suicide last August. The departure of a comedy icon shocked the world after discovering his depression problems, and artists as well the public, mourned his passing for weeks. During this time, we were able to see […]
Google’s 2014 Most Memorable Doodles
Google announced its most searched list, and at the same time it also revealed its most popular doodle list, here are some of the best ones: FIFA´S 2014 World Cup 2014´s Winter Olympics Rubik´s Cube 40 year anniversary Robot Philae´s landing on a comet Nelson Mandela´s 96th anniversary Women´s International Day Audrey Hepburn´s 85th anniversary […]
Brother of former Mexican President cleared of all crimes
MEXICO.-Nineteen years later, after being charged with embezzlement, Mexican business man, Raul Salinas de Gortari was found not-guilty according to the last statement issued by the Third Penal Unitary Tribunal of the Federal District last Friday, and after being in trial for an appeal that was interjected by attorney Jesús Murillo Karam back in July […]
A singular vision: art and intellect of Remedios Varo
"Today I do not belong to any group. I paint what occurs to me and that is all." These reflections of Remedios Varo from an interview in 1957, just six years before her sudden and untimely death in 1963, speak to the singular vision and inner fortitude of one of Mexico's most important 20th-century artists. […]
Ensenada Toll Road to Reopen Tomorrow Morning
TIJUANA.- According to the Secretary of Communications and Transportation (SCT) and the Federal Highway and Bridges agency (CAPUFE), the stretch of highway off Salsipuedes Bay that has been closed now for almost a year will once again be open to traffic starting today at midnight. Repairs have been ongoing since December 28, 2013 when a […]
Tijuana Gas Stations Can’t Compete with San Diego
TIJUANA.- With gas prices in San Diego dipping under $3.00 dollars a gallon, gas stations in Tijuana are taking a hit. According to the Association of Gas Station Owners (APEGT), gas stations in Tijuana have seen a notable drop in sales over the past three months. While gas prices in Tijuana have been reduced in […]
Summit & Expo MXInfrastructure
Topics related to water, mobility, sustainability, ports, airports, railways and infrastructure in general were addressed, on the basis of structural reforms adopted in the country, in the first Infrastructure Summit organized by MXINFRASTRUCTURE magazine, held in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon. During the opening ceremony, Osiel Cruz, CEO of MXINFRASTRUCTURE, indicated that Mexico has a lag of […]
The “Kony 2012” organizers will call it quits in 2015
SAN DIEGO.- We can remember 2012 for many reasons. As the year of hurricane Sandy, Obama's reelection, and the 2012 Olympics in London, but..how many of you remember "Kony 2012"? San Diego´s Invisible Children popular campaign meant to free African children from a murderous warlord. Well, in a blink of an eye, it's now long […]
Seniors in Rosarito get more funding in 2015 budget
ROSARITO.- Local congresswoman Laura Torres Ramírez was able to secure an increase in funding of up to 20% from the spending bill that will be destined for senior programs in Rosarito throughout 2015. The plan was unanimously approved and the extra funding will mostly go to more entertainment and workshop programs, as well as support […]
What’s Krampus? The other side of Christmas
Christmas is nearly here and with it, we celebrate one of its most emblematic (and not necessarily religious) icons: Santa Claus. This icon is a figure associated with fun and joy brought to kids during this Holiday Season, but..what if there was a darker and creepier side to all of this? Here is where Krampus, […]
A Holiday Wine Dinner with the Baja Wine Club
BONITA.- This Wednesday, December 17th, the Baja Wine Club invites you for their Holiday Wine Dinner at Romesco Mexiterranean Bistro in Bonita, with a cost of $55 dollars per person, plus tax and gratuity. The dinner starts at 6:30 p.m. and includes 6 flights of Baja wines, paired with 6 course Baja Mediterranean tapas, 50% […]
Barrio Logan has new Gateway Arch
SAN DIEGO.- Have you ever noticed that certain city communities have welcoming archways or signs which are lighted, surrounded by local night life, but others don't? For years, Barrio Logan has been considered as a forbidden place in downtown San Diego, caught between the train tracks, the freeway and the Coronado bridge. In recent years, […]
No more ¨Narco-corridos¨ in Rosarito Beach´s Public Transportation
ROSARITO.- The campaign issued last September, with the title ¨Diga NO a los narcocorridos en el transporte publico¨ (Say NO to Narcocorridos in public transportation) will be applied starting today, December 15, in Rosarito Beach with the purpose of reprehending the broadcasting songs about drug dealers and cartels for its vindication regarding this crime. Taking […]
New Iron Man Shield for Avengers: Age of Ultron
For those who are waiting for the film to come out, to have details like this revealed is very exciting and today Hot Toys showed Iron Man´s new shield. Its name is Mark XLIII and this is the message the company sent along with it: ¨To prepare fans for the movie, Hot Toys is proud […]
Mexican who interrupted Nobel Peace Prize is deported from Norway
OSLO.-Mexican student Adán Cortés, who interrupted the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony last Wednesday, has been deported from Norway and is on his way back to Mexico, according to his lawyer, who confirmed this to several media. The 21-year-old was placed in a Detention Center for Foreigners throughout the weekend, after his request for political asylum […]
Tijuana Mayor Meets With French Ambassador
TIJUANA.-With the purpose of strengthening friendships and economic ties between Tijuana and France, the city's mayor, Dr. Jorge Astiazarán Orcí, paid a courtesy visit to Mexico's French Ambassador, Maryse Bossière. During the meeting, inside the Presidential Meeting Room, mayor Jorge Astiazarán pointed out that Mexico and France are united by the culture they have shared […]
SeaWorld CEO quits, company wide layoffs coming
SAN DIEGO.- Yesterday, SeaWorld announced its Executive Director´s, Jim Atchison resignation, after being in the chairmans chair since 2009. His resignation notice comes at a moment of crisis, with a 33% fall in their stocks and a low percentage of visitors. All of this, after the controversial documentary Blackfish was released, raising its voice on […]
Video: Lord Of The Rings Death Compilation
Digg created a video on which all the deaths that happen on Middle Earth´s Lord Of The Rings are compilated, and we are sharing it with you. The takes that you´re about to see are part of the extended versions. Six minutes of intense fighting, sword swishing, arrow throwing, epic moments and lots and lots […]
Why do we pee more during the cold?
WORLD.-Winter has finally arrived and in the northern part of Mexico, bodies are starting to adapt to climate change, and it so happens that when it is cold outside we pee a bit more than usual. Here is why, when our bodies are exposed to cold weather, our sweat mechanism is limited and our organisms […]
J.K. Rowling shares new Harry Potter material
We won't keep you on your toes, so without further a due, the new mini series of the beloved wizard is out. Last week, J.K. Rowling announced on Pottermore, that starting December 12th, which is today, she will post a daily surprise until December 24. A great gift for all the fans!! This was posted […]