Grey Whale Stranded in Tijuana Beach Gets Buried

PLAYAS DE TIJUANA.- April is usually the month when many gray whales make their way back home to Alaska, however, this year the number of whales stranded ashore has increased, and sometimes there isn't an explanation. It could me that they get captured, hit by ships or that they ate too much plastic, but yesterday […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:06 PM PDT

‘Expo Constructora 2015’ is Inaugurated in Tijuana

TIJUANA.- Yesterday morning, Mayor Doctor Jorge Astiazarán Orcí attended the inauguration of the 10th Construction Expo 2015 in Tijuana, organized by the Mexican Chamber of Construction Industry (CMIC), in order to promote the activities of the sector regarding the city's development. The event took place at Baja California's Convention Center, here, the Mayor pointed out […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:06 PM PDT

El Jardin de Adobe Launches Seasonal Menu

VALLE DE GUADALUPE, B.C. In 2014, acclaimed South African chef Ryan Steyn partnered with award-winning vintner Tru Miller to open El Jardin de Adobe, their outdoor campestre kitchen nestled on an idyllic, sun-dappled patio beneath olive and pepper trees at Adobe Guadalupe. El Jardin opened for their second season in April and we visited them […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:05 PM PDT

Yanis Marshall Arrives In Tijuana, High Heels & Everything

TIJUANA.- French dancer, choreographer and Internet sensation, Yanis Marshall will begin his 'Street Jazz' workshop at Casa de la Cultura Tijuana on Tuesday, in order to teach Baja and San Diego residents how to strut their stuff in high heels. Marshall is famous thanks to his great dancing skills but most importantly for his ability […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:04 PM PDT

Why Mexicans Don’t Celebrate ‘5 de Mayo’?

Sombreros, fakes mustaches, mariachi, tequila, margaritas and lots of tacos, sounds like your typical '5 de Mayo' holiday right? Well, if you grew up in a Mexican family or near Mexican culture that wasn't inside the US, chances are this is just another day. While Americans may see this day as an opportunity to eat […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:03 PM PDT

Baja Reggae Camping Arrives At Rosarito

ROSARITO.- Baja Reggae Camping is preparing to welcome all reggae lovers and Jamaican culture lovers who want to bond and listen to good music throughout an entire day this upcoming August 22nd at Rosarito. This being the event's 3rd edition. Meeting point will be at Papas&Beer starting at 10:00 a.m. with more than 40 featured […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:02 PM PDT

Mexico May Still Legalize The Use Of Marijuana For Medicinal Purposes

Mexico's participation during the 57th session of the Inter-American Drug Abuse Control Commission (CIDAD in Spanish), the country proposed treating the drug intake under a public health perspective. The 34 representatives of the Organization of American States (OAS) talked about the need there is for reforming integral policies that will help fight this worldwide problematic. […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:02 PM PDT

5 Things You Should Know About The American “Cinco de Mayo”

In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo isn't celebrated as much as in the United States, with many Mexicans and other Hispanic people baffled (and some angered by the possible cultural appropriation behind it) by this, event given that, for those who actually live or grew up near Mexican culture, it isn't a big deal. Nevertheless, here […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:02 PM PDT

Audrey Hepburn: 3 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Her

Guess what? May 4th, isn't only for Star Wars fans, way before we knew Luke Skywalker and people were all about 'may the 4th be with you', the legendary Audrey Hepburn was born in Belgium in 1929. Today she would be 86. The Belgian actress was featured in 28 films throughout her artistic career, however, […]

April 13, 2017 at 4:02 PM PDT

“Baja Taste”, A Documentary Exploring The Region’s Cuisine

Two first generation cinematography graduates from Universidad de las Californias Internacional (UDCI), who decided to merge their thesis with a project, took upon the task of investigating the true essence of Baja's cuisine. Director Roberto Nájera and producer Adriana Santos question if the concept of 'Baja Med' is truly the region's ultimate cuisine, during their […]

April 13, 2017 at 3:58 PM PDT

“The international financial elites continue to believe that Mexico will be a world economic power”

Erick Guerrero Rosas, political and financial analyst, commentator for the "Hechos" (Spanish for facts) program for TV Azteca, author of the books "Devaluation, the crisis of '94" y "Calderon's Inheritance," presented the conference "2015-2018 Forecast" during a recent monthly Coparamex breakfast. He assured that there are good economic expectations for Mexico resulting from the structural […]

April 13, 2017 at 3:58 PM PDT

More than 900,000 Children in Mexico will Spend their Children’s Day Working

MEXICO.- For many, Children's Day (Día del Niño in México) may seem like a fun and cheerful holiday that celebrates our littlest ones or that simply reminds us that no matter how old we are, there will always be a place that brings out our most childish spirit. Furthermore, aside from being a day for […]

April 13, 2017 at 3:58 PM PDT

Are You A Statistic Of Diabetes? Can It Affect Your Sex Life?

Women's Specific Factors of Higher Risk You're more likely to get Type 2 diabetes later on if: •When pregnant, you had gestational diabetes when you have higher risk of Type 2 Diabetes •If you delivered a child that was 9 pounds or more •If you have ever had polycystic ovary syndrome Insulin And How It […]

April 13, 2017 at 3:57 PM PDT

Bees Are In Danger & Helping Them Isn’t Easy

WORLD.-You've probably heard about the sudden decrease regarding the bee population in the United States and Europe. Beekeepers have reported the loss of worker bees of at least 5 to 10%, and since 2006 this number has increased to 30% and by 2013 everyone became very alarmed given that 40 to 50% of beehives had […]

April 13, 2017 at 3:57 PM PDT

Apple Watch ‘Discriminates’ People With Tattoos

Remember all that talk from your parents about how tattoos are wrong? Well, it appears to be that Apple shares this way of thinking, given that several users have reported on social media some flaws in the company's newest item, the Apple Watch. Problems have resulted directly from people who have tattoos on their wrist, […]

April 13, 2017 at 3:57 PM PDT

VIDEO: 100 Years of Mexican Beauty In A Minute

MEXICO.- Produced by YouTube Channel Cut Video, the video presents a one minute long clip of women's fashion in Mexico throughout the last 100 years. Recreating the famous image of the revolutionary 'adelita' women fighters, and the glamorous style of actress María Félix 'La Doña', until reaching today's daily looks. The majority of our readers […]

April 13, 2017 at 3:56 PM PDT

Hard Workout Session? Have A Beer, It’s For You!

Have you ever gotten home after working out just to find yourself craving an ice-cold beer, but felt guilty about it? Stop worrying because it appears to be that beer is even better than a protein shake. Charlie Bamforth, professor of Brewing Science at the University of California mentioned that, when taken with moderation, beer […]

April 13, 2017 at 3:55 PM PDT

‘Jerusalem’ Premieres at CECUT’s IMAX Dome

Voiced by Enrique Arreola, who narrates and translates the story, the documentary 'Jerusalem: mosaico de cultures y creencia' premiered at CECUT's IMAX dome in collaboration with National Geographic Entertainment. The premiere took place on Monday, April 27th featuring the presence of CECUT's executives, Enrique Arreola and special guests who were able to enjoy the advanced […]

April 13, 2017 at 3:55 PM PDT

Miracle Babies 5k run for Critically Ill Newborns, this weekend in San Diego

SAN DIEGO.- The seventh annual Miracle Babies 5k will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, 2015, at Embarcadero Marina Park South (MAP), with registration beginning at 7:00 a.m. The event includes a timed 5K run at 8:00 a.m. followed by a family friendly 5K walk at 9:00 a.m. This […]

April 13, 2017 at 3:54 PM PDT

Let’s Celebrate 5 de Mayo at Rosarito!

ROSARITO.- Although it's a Mexican holiday that commemorates the Battle of Puebla, the United States has made 5 de Mayo a celebration of its own. Nevertheless, Papas&Beer Rosarito loves to bring out its tequila, sombreros and fake mustaches in order to invite locals, tourists and foreigners to celebrate this event by the beach. On May […]

April 13, 2017 at 3:54 PM PDT