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U.S. Travel Advisory Doesnt Surprise Baja
ROSARITO BEACH.- One of the topics discussed by the Baja California Image Committee yesterday was an alert put out by the United States Department of State advising against travel to the state of Baja California. Baja tourism authorities have indicated that there is nothing to fear and tourists can safely visit the region. Mariano Escobedo, […]
Don’t miss the Baja Blues Fest next weekend!
ROSARITO BEACH.- The Third Annual Baja Blues Fest is just around the corner, and will be held August 22, 23, and 24 at the Rosarito Beach Hotel & Resort. A portion of the proceeds will go to to local children's charities. In the past the event has raised over $12,000 dollars for Baja California charities. […]
Majority of Politicians in Michoacan are Knight’s Templar Members
MICHOACAN.- Father Gregorio Lopez, one of Michoacan's most outspoken pastors when it comes to the crisis Michoacan is suffering through, claims that the government and government corruption is to blame for the level of insecurity in the state, brought on by drug traffickers. How can it be combated if, according to him, 90% of the […]
Closure of Beach Near Baja Malibu and Playa Blanca
TIJUANA.- The beach at the southern limits of Tijuana and near- northern limit of Rosarito, directly in front of the Playa Blanca and Baja Malibu residential communities has been closed off pending an inspection by Tijuanas Health and Safety department. According to a report released today by Frontera, an urgent meeting will take place […]
Baja seeking new tourist attractions
TIJUANA.- With their sights set on promoting federal investments in the state, and exploring the possibility of constructing a new port, authorities of the National Tourism Promotion Fund (FONATUR) will visit Baja California. According to Oscar Escobedo of Baja's State Tourism Secretariat (SECTURE), "in line with the policy of Governor Francisco Vega, we are focused […]
Mexico is the number one foreign source of intellectual capital in Silicon Valley
UNITED STATES.- Bloomberg Businessweek published a very interesting graph a couple of months ago, that almost went unnoticed by us! The graph details where Silicon Valleys intellectual capital mainly originates from, and the results are quite interesting and exciting for those of us who believe Tijuana, Baja California and Mexico are on the path to […]
Startup of the Month: “Ahorro Libre”
TIJUANA.- Much has been spoken about Tijuana in terms of a new generation of startups being generated in this city. It was a pleasant surprise to learn of "Ahorro Libre", which we've nominated as our Startup of the Month. Ahorro Libre, which translates to Free Savings, is the solution that those who want to start […]
The flavors of Tacos Kokopelli will soon arrive in the “Windy City”
TIJUANA.-Baja California's cuisine has crossed borders on its reputation for good quality and creativity above all. A clear example of this is Tijuana poster-child Tacos Kokopelli, which will soon be heading to Chicago's Wicker Park. There, Chicago eaters will learn that when it comes to tacos there is more than just carne asada. Tijuana has […]
The voice of Omara Portuondo is coming to CECUT
TIJUANA- She was the premiere dancer for the Tropicana club, and the headline singer for Buena Vista Social Club and this Friday she will be making a stop in Tijuana. Omara Poruondo, known now as the Lady of Filin (a cuban term derived from the word "feeling"), continues to provoke and seduce those that hear […]
You can now hitch a ride with UBER in Tijuana
TIJUANA.- UBER, the revolutionary app that brings a reasonably priced driver to you with just a few taps of the finger, has officially launched in Tijuana. The city will now be the 169th, and one of only three in Mexico, to host the transportation service, where users can call on safe, reliable, and affordable rides […]
Switch-Luz
In the 60s began a new era of Mexico's industry, as the maquiladora industry emerged as a solution for unemployment in this country, as well as for the United States' postwar industrialization plans; the first aerospace industry maquiladora in Baja California was Switch-Luz. Its RFC (Mexican Federal Tax Registry) was captured on November 30, 1966 […]
Beer of the Week: “Vindicta” by Hellixir
Baja California's culinary rebirth and the growth of the craft beer industry in the state is the talk of the town, and I think that few items reflect this better than the new beer by Hellixer, called "Vindicta". Vindicta is a Stout beer with an oyster base. Although the recipe is of European inspiration, the […]
CONOCER Baja Californians work skills are certified
In recent years, Baja California has emerged as a state with a workforce highly skilled in industries in which complex production tasks are required to be performed, such as in the medical and aerospace industries; however, it is necessary to certify workers to support their knowledge, skills and attitudes, and to thereby provide investors with […]
Mexicans should earn $548 pesos a day, according to a Senator
MEXICO.- The cost of the basic basket the set of basic foodstuffs sufficient for a person so survive on and other necessary services (which are considered luxuries in economic terms) such as education, transportation, and housing, are increasing at a rate that is disproportionate to income received by millions of Mexicans that must […]
Tijuana’s Zonkey and Baja’s Cuisine are officially recognized
Tijuana's iconic donkey-zebra, or Zonkey, has now been lodged in the official state register as cultural heritage of the State of Baja California. Roberto Lango, Founder of the nonprofit "Uni2", has achieved his dream of getting this emblematic heritage recorded in the Official State Register. By recognizing these animals as part of Tijuana's collective imagery, […]
Liga MX Week 4 headlines: First managerial casualty
The Apertura 2014 season on Liga MX barely complete its fourth week and we already have the first manager to lose his job. Jose Luis Trejo resigned (or was forced to resign) following Pumas UNAM's thirrd consecutive loss of the season. In other news Club America striker Raul Jimenez seems more and more likely to […]
Manchester United to keep Kagawa, will listen to offers for Nani, Hernandez
Manchester United's Louis van Gaal continues to shape his team ahead of the fast approaching English Premier League season and has revealed playmaker Shinji Kagawa will be staying with the team. Meanwhile, the Dutchman has told sources that he is ready to listen to offers for seven players. The retention of Kagawa will mean he […]
New Migrant Law has been passed in Baja California
MEXICALI.- With unanimous approval, the Protection of Rights and Migrant Support law has been passed by Baja California's Congress. Representative Laura Torres has called on state authorities and municipal authorities to put in place public policies that respect individual rights of migrants, and which don't discriminate against repatriated Mexican nationals or migrants in transit. The […]
Cantinflas will feature music by Aleks Syntek
MEXICO.- Cantinflas, the beloved Mexican comedian the so called Charlie Chaplin of Mexico - will once again come to life in a new feature film that is set to hit theatres soon. But such a beloved story would be incomplete without a great soundtrack and Aleks Syntek is just the person to musicalize what […]
Mexican users are Carlos Slim’s cash cows for operations around the world
MEXICO.- El Financiero recently published an analysis related to America Movil's various operations around the world in comparison to Mexico. The telecom conglomerate owned by Carlos Slim, which is the parent company of Mexico's Telcel, obtains more earnings per client in Mexico than in other country for the same service. The report indicates that this […]