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Mexican Woman Pregnant With Nine Babies
 MSNBC.com
Televisa reported on Thursday night that a Mexican woman from the northeastern state of Coahuila is pregnant with nine babies - six girls and three boys. A successful delivery of nonuplets would be one of the highest multiple births ever recorded.
Hazed and Confused in Puerto Vallarta
 informavallarta.com
Over the last few days, Puerto Vallarta has been overcast by a thin veil of haze, an atmospheric weather phenomenon that consists of very small particulars of suspended dust, ash or sand that people often confuse with fog or mist.
Jalisco Brew Competes at World Beer Cup
 John Thomas
Jalisco's Minerva Brewery will be one of a hand full of Mexico's craft breweries that will be competing for success at the 2012 World Beer Cup. Known as 'The Olympics of Beer Competition' the contest is the most prestigious of international beer competitions.
Mexico to Tighten Trucking Regulations
 AP
The Mexican government announced Friday that it will tighten inspections and lower maximum allowed weights for freight trucks after recent protests over a string of deadly accidents involving double trailer trucks.
Mexico to Host 'The Americas Summit'
 Richard Dangler
The Americas Summit of the World Travel and Tourism Council will be hosted by the Mexican Ministry of Tourism in Cancun this May. The event will be the first in a series Regional Summits that focus on global travel and tourism issues in a unique networking forum.
Indigenous Health Uses for Passionflower
 Leslie Korn, PhD, MPH
Leslie Korn, PhD, MPH, explains traditional indigenous uses of passionflower, including its use for health problems like dysentery (diarrhea with stomachache), neuralgia (aching nerves), painful menstrual cycles, heart palpitations, mental fatigue, high blood pressure, and more.
Applying 'New Math' to Mexico Retirement
 Jim Donahoe
The economic abyss that has consumed such a large part of many folks' nest eggs has forced us to re-evaluate our retirement plans. As much as I disliked the New Math when going to school in the 60's, I love the New Math as it applies to affordable cost of retirement in Mexico.
Calderon Seeks Credit for Migration Drop
 Ken Ellingwood
Speaking to a gathering hosted by the US Chamber of Commerce in Washington D.C., President Calderon said that his administration’s policies have created opportunities that have played a key role in keeping Mexicans at home and prompting others to return.
This Week at PV's Old Town Farmers Market
 Janice Gonzalez
The Old Town Farmers Market is one of Puerto Vallarta's most compelling weekend attractions. Here you can meet new friends, say hello to old ones, talk directly to the producers, buy great products, support the local economy, and take part in activities for the whole family.
What is the Best Breakfast for You?
 Manuel Villacorta
Most people have heard about the importance of starting the day with a healthy breakfast for weight management and overall health. So the question is not 'should you eat breakfast' but, 'what is the best breakfast?'
 Summertime is Turtle Time in Vallarta
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
Every June, sea turtles start arriving on the shores of Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit to nest their eggs. 45 days later, their eggs begin to hatch, attracting visitors looking to experience the magic of life first-hand by taking part in the region's turtle hatching season.
City Breathing Smoke from Primavera Fire
 Callu George - BanderasNews.com
Smoke from the fire at Jalisco's federally protected Primavera Forest spread out over the city of Guadalajara Tuesday evening, presenting health issues for many of the city's 1,564,514 inhabitants. As of late Tuesday the blaze has consumed close to 10,000 acres.
Stanley Meltzoff: Oceans and Other Worlds
 Pete Johnson
A comprehensive one-man show featuring the work of artist Stanley Meltzoff will open on June 6th at the Museum of American Illustration in New York. Over the course of 40 years, Meltzoff established a reputation for astonishing underwater realism that has never been equalled.
 Enjoy Brunch Every Day at Daiquiri Dicks
 Laura Gelezunas
Brunch is something people usually think of for a Sunday, late in the day, sometime between breakfast and lunch meal. At Daiquiri Dick's Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, you can enjoy a special brunch menu EVERY DAY from 9 in the morning until 4 in the afternoon.
Mexico Top Seed at 2012 Summer Olympics
 Dino Deramee'
FIFA's organizing committee has announced that Mexico, Britain, Spain, and Brazil have been chosen to be the seeded teams for the London 2012 Olympic Men's Soccer Tournament. Here are the results of the draw for grouping for both the men and women's tournaments.
Vallarta 'Gives a Hand' to 21 Recipients
 Dave Ganapoler
The 'Give Hope - Give A Hand' event in Puerto Vallarta was a tremendous success! On April 22nd, twenty-one recipients received new prosthetic hands at the Santa Barbara Rehabilitation Clinic, where they also enjoyed food, drink and music - all donated by local businesses.
Travelocity Gnome Visits Puerto Vallarta
 Marie Callan
The Travelocity gnome arrived in Puerto Vallarta this morning for a four-day tour of the city and surrounding areas. From April 24-27th, the Gnome will promote the Banderas Bay region as a premier vacation destination by sharing his travel experiences with his online followers.
Mexican Immigration to US at a Standstill
 Tim Gaynor
The flow of immigrants into the US from Mexico has come to a standstill and may have reversed, according to a new study. The Pew study, which drew on both US and Mexican government data, found that a downward trend in net migration began about five years ago.
Primavera Forest Fire Burns 3500 Acres
 Callu George
A massive blaze in Jalisco's Primavera Forest, which is located on the western edge of Guadalajara, has hundreds of emergency workers battling to get it under control. The fire is the largest there since 2005, when a gigantic blaze consumed almost 20,000 acres.
A Record Breaking Open Water Competition
 Riviera Nayartir CVB
On April 21st, over 420 swimmers from 47 Mexican teams participated in the 2nd Annual Aguas Abiertas Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. In the main competition, a 5k race for professionals, last year's records were broken in both the Men's and Women's divisions.
Bullfighting Protests All Across Mexico
 Richard Dangler
Sunday, animal rights activists filled República Plaza in front of City Hall in Mexico City staging a protest to demand an end to bullfighting in Mexico. According to the organizers, this action was carried out simultaneously in several states in the country.
Mexico Passes Climate Change Bill
 Diego Sancho
Mexico's Senate unanimously passed the strongest national climate-change bill to date, clearing the way for the President Calderón to sign it and join Britain as the only countries with legally binding emissions goals aimed at stemming the effects of climate change.
Living it Up in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
 Laura Gelezunas
Puerto Vallarta is the #1 choice for an affordable life of luxury on the Pacific. A couple can enjoy a five-star retirement in this beautiful and romantic coastal town of marinas, golf courses, yacht clubs and fine dining on a budget of as little as $2,500 USD per month.
Successful Finale of World Economic Forum
 Gustavo Rivas-Solís
All eyes were on Puerto Vallarta this week as the 7th World Economic Forum on Latin America reached its successful conclusion, wrapping up a full program of sessions that spanned a number of topics under the theme 'Regional Transformation in a New Global Context.'
VYC Junior Sailing Program Fundraiser
 Richard Williams
On Saturday, May 5th, the Vallarta Yacht Club in Nuevo Vallarta will host its semi-annual fundraiser in support of the Junior Sailing Program. This event is critical to continue providing this unique opportunity to 8 to 14-year-old youths around Banderas Bay.
News from PV's Old Town Farmers Market
 Janice Gonzalez
Now in its’ third season, the Old Town Farmers Market provides fresh produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, community education and live entertainment to locals and tourists in Puerto Vallarta. Here's a sampling of what you'll find there every Saturday through the end of May.
US & Mexico Test New Deportation Program
 Aaron Burkholder
Mexico and the US began testing a new deportation program on April 1, 2012. Instead of dropping illegals at random points along the border, the US government will fly them to Mexico, where the Mexican government will take over and bus them back to their hometowns.
Group Seeks Improved Border Traffic Flow
 John Thomas
According to El Paso Mayor John Cook, an agreement was reached with Customs and Border Protection on a plan to use GPS technology to measure the wait times experienced by people at the international border crossing points between Mexico and the United States.
Los Mercados Announces Exciting Promotion
 Patrick Harrison
The more you shop the more you save at Los Mercados! From April 20-May 20, spend $1,000 pesos in Cork + Bottle or $500 pesos in any other of the shops at Los Mercados and you'll receive a 10% off card for that store on all future purchases through the end of October.
MLT to Manage Aeroméxico Vacations
 TravelWorldNews.com
MLT Vacations has been selected to manage 'Aeroméxico Vacations.' The new brand will offer high-value vacation packages to the most important leisure destinations across Mexico, including popular beach destinations like Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, and Los Cabos.
2° Annual Close Up Vallarta May 1-5 2012
 Angel Delgado
The 2nd edition of the Close Up Vallarta international video creation festival will take place from May 1-5, 2012. Teatro Vallarta will be the festival's main venue, with presentations at Los Arcos del Malecón, CUC University, Centro Cultural Cuale and Galería Haus Der Kunst.
Volcano Activity Increases, Alert Raised
 Callu George
Due to an increase in activity, authorities raised the alert level for Popocatepetl to Yellow Phase 5 on early Wednesday, the fifth stage of a seven level scale and the highest level of the yellow stage. The next stage is a red alert, which would prompt evacuations.
El Tigre Hosts LPGA Qualifying Tournament
 Riviera Nayarit CVB
The Riviera Nayarit Classic, part of the Symetra Tour and a qualifying tournament for the LPGA, is coming back to El Tigre Golf & Country Club in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico from April 23-29, 2012, offering $125,000 USD in prizes - the highest in the entire tour.
México Strengthens Gun Laws
 Murray Page
Recently the Mexican Senate approved amendments to the Law on Firearms and Explosives which would impose greater penalties on people who carry restricted firearms. Restricted firearms are weapons that only Mexican Armed Forces personnel are allowed to use.
World Economic Forum Spotlights Vallarta
 Puerto Vallarta CVB
Puerto Vallarta is a booming resort destination that combines the best of Mexico’s past, present and future, which is why it was the perfect place for the 2012 World Economic Forum on Latin America - and for world leaders to discuss the region's role in today's world.
Puebla Citizens Preparing for Evacuation
 Callu George
Popocatépetl, the over 18,000 foot volcano on the Southeastern fringe of Mexico City, has been active the past several days, spewing burning rock, smoke, and ash into the air. The Government has issued a Yellow Phase 3 Alert status, the third highest threat level.
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