Pharmacies in Mexico typically have something Americans would find unusual — a small medical office right next door or directly attached. These walk-in clinics, known as consultorios adyacentes a farmacias or more casually as "doc in a box," have become a cornerstone of Mexico's healthcare system. For about 50 to 75 pesos ($2.74 to $4.11 USD), patients can see a licensed … [Read more...] about Mexico’s ‘Doc in a Box’ Clinics Make Healthcare Cheap and Convenient
The Real Cost of Expat Life in Mexico: Why Affordability Isn’t Enough
The pitch is seductive: Trade your overpriced apartment and endless grind for sun-drenched streets, fresh tortillas, and a bank account that finally breathes. Mexico — close to home, culturally rich, and refreshingly affordable. What's not to love? Plenty, as it turns out, once the honeymoon phase fades. While Mexico's popularity as an expat destination continues to surge … [Read more...] about The Real Cost of Expat Life in Mexico: Why Affordability Isn’t Enough
Hackers Leak 2.3 TB of Data from 25 Mexican Institutions
A hacker collective known as Chronus made good on threats Thursday, releasing massive amounts of personal data from government agencies and institutions across Mexico — including information from a private university in Yucatán. The group dumped roughly 2.3 terabytes of data involving 25 institutions, according to cybersecurity journalist Ignacio Gómez Villaseñor, who … [Read more...] about Hackers Leak 2.3 TB of Data from 25 Mexican Institutions
2 Train Workers Lacked Valid Railroad Licenses in Fatal Crash
The machinist and conductor operating a Tren Interoceánico locomotive that collided with a trailer truck on Dec. 7 did not have valid railroad operating licenses at the time of the accident, according to local media. The accident left 14 people dead and 98 injured. The Federal Railroad Transportation Agency (AFTF) confirmed that neither worker possessed the required … [Read more...] about 2 Train Workers Lacked Valid Railroad Licenses in Fatal Crash
Mexico’s Left-Wing Government Faces Growing Economic and Political Headwinds
Despite its popularity, the strongest left-wing party in the democratic world is facing major challenges. President Claudia Sheinbaum's first year leading Mexico's ruling MORENA party has been marked by mounting challenges that threaten to undermine the ambitious social agenda championed by her predecessor. Economic stagnation, fiscal constraints, and rising public … [Read more...] about Mexico’s Left-Wing Government Faces Growing Economic and Political Headwinds