Jalisco Governor Enrique Alfaro Ramírez announced on Friday, January 5 the acquisition of 50,000 Moderna vaccines, becoming the first state in Mexico to prioritize the WHO-approved Spikevax booster for vulnerable populations. COVID-19 vaccinations begin January 16th and will be administered through state health services.
Archaeologists in Mexico have unearthed a fascinating discovery: the 2,500-year-old remains of three individuals buried within a cave. The find, in the state of Nuevo León, sheds light on the lives and funerary practices of the region's Preclassic inhabitants.
For December 2023, the total number of terminal passengers at GAP’s 12 Mexican airports increased by 1.3%, compared to the same period in 2022. Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos, and Guadalajara presented an increase in passenger traffic of 4.6%, 2.0%, and 1.2% respectively, compared to December 2022.
January 6th is Three Kings Day, known as 'El Día de Reyes' in Mexico. This is Epiphany on the church calendar, the 12th day after Christmas, when the Magi arrived bearing gifts for baby Jesus. It is also the traditional day for Mexican children to receive Christmas gifts, in commemoration of the Magi's visit.
Mexico is set to make history with its first lunar mission, as the Mexican Space Agency announces the upcoming launch of five microrobots named 'Colmena' ('Hive') to the Moon. The groundbreaking mission, slated for a potential liftoff on January 8, positions the country as a pioneer in Latin America's space exploration efforts.
Deep within the ancient walled city of Tulum, nestled between two prominent temples, archaeologists have stumbled upon a hidden gem: a Maya burial cave sealed for centuries. This unexpected discovery, made during routine clearance work for a new visitor path, offers a rare glimpse into the funerary practices of this pre-Columbian civilization.
Mexicana has returned to the skies after a 13-year hiatus. The relaunch, inaugurated by President López Obrador, departed from AIFI in Mexico City and touched down at the new Tulum airport in Quintana Roo Tuesday afternoon. Tulum is just the first stop, with connections to Tijuana, Puerto Vallarta, and other popular destinations planned.
Mexico's long-awaited dream of connecting the Atlantic and Pacific has finally chugged into reality with the launch of the 'Interoceanic Railway.' This flagship project, unveiled as President López Obrador's term nears its end, promises to breathe new life into the nation's southern region and rewrite the map of global trade.
Jalisco celebrated its bicentennial year not with a bang, but with a roaring tourism boom. This cultural powerhouse, birthplace of tequila and mariachi, attracted a record 28 million visitors, proving its irresistible blend of luxury, culture & sporting events.
Mexicans can now access Pfizer's latest weapon against COVID-19, the Comirnaty Ómicron XBB. 1.5 vaccine, as it becomes available in prominent pharmacy chains across the country. Pharmacies such as Farmacias del Ahorro, Farmacias Benavides and Farmacias Guadalajara are set to offer the updated vaccine for purchase and application.
