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Mexico Allows for Use of Ethanol in Nation's Fuel Supply
 Washington Examiner
In a move towards Mexico's clean energy goals, a national mandate for blending up to 5.8% ethanol in the nation's fuel supply was published in the federal register on Monday. Ethanol blended gasolines can reduce all criteria pollutants - carbon monoxide, ozone, particulates and toxics.
75 Percent of Mexico's Seniors Do Not Have a Pension
 telesurtv.net
A new academic study revealed that only 25 percent of Mexico's senior population counts on a retirement pension, with the remainder continuing to work or relying on family or community support to survive. The study was unveiled on National Senior's Day, celebrated August 28.
Marietas Islands' Playa Escondida to Reopen August 31
 BanderasNews.com
The National Commision of Protected Areas announced late last week that Playa Escondido, also known as La Playa del Amor, located within the Marietas Islands National Park off the coast of the Riviera Nayarit, will be reopened on August 31 - under strict rules and regulations.
Mexico Hopes to Bring the 'Jet-Set' Back to Acapulco
 CNSNews.com
Over the last few years, international visitors have disappeared from one of Mexico's oldest and most well-known beach resorts. But investors and the government plan to spend more than one billion over the next few years in the hopes of returning Acapulco to its former glory.
5 Reasons Why North Americans are Flocking to Mexico
 InternationalLiving.com
Current estimates put the number of U.S. and Canadian citizens living in various places in Mexico at well over one million. International Living editors Suzan Haskins and Dan Prescher give us 5 reasons why so many North Americans looking for a quality retirement are flocking to Mexico.
Mexico Honors UAE Diplomat with Aztec Eagle Award
 EFE
Mexico has honored the United Arab Emirates' current ambassador to Argentina, Saeed Rashed Obaid Saif Al Zaabi, with the Order of the Aztec Eagle for his efforts to obtain donations from his country to assist Mexican people affected by Hurricane Ingrid and Tropical Storm Manuel.
Extreme Weather Threatens Mexico's Monarch Reserve
 Marํa Francesca
Though illegal logging inside Mexico's Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve declined by 40 percent in 2015-2016, conservationists said storms and strong winds in March uprooted more than 20,000 trees, fueling fears the habitat could eventually become indefensible.
Guadalajara Hosts 23rd International Mariachi Festival
 Robert Einhorn
Each year, for 10 days, some 500 Mariachis converge on the city of Guadalajara, Mexico to take part in the International Mariachi Festival, the largest celebration of Mariachi music in the world. This year's event takes place Friday, August 26 through Sunday, September 4th.
What You Need to Know About Health Insurance in Mexico
 MEXLend Mortgages for Mexico
Though Mexico is well-known for having inexpensive, quality medical care available through a variety of private and public providers, one of the considerations for Americans and Canadians who are considering a move to Mexico on a part- or full- time basis is health insurance.
Hidden Images Offer Glimpse of Pre-Colonial Mexico
 BanderasNews.com
A series of hidden images have been discovered beneath a 500-year-old Mexican manuscript with the aid of imaging equipment typically used in geological research. The images, found in the Codex Selden, offer a fascinating glimpse of Mexico before its colonization by Spain.
Sanmina Investing $48 Million USD in Guadalajara
 Headline News
U.S. electronics and technology firm Sanmina is reportedly investing US$48 million in the Mexican state of Jalisco as part of a strategy to develop technology for automotive and telecom customers in the country. Officials say the new investment will create nearly 1,000 jobs.
Five Olympic Sports You Can Practice in Mexico
 BanderasNews.com
Now that the Rio 2016 Olympic Games are over, many sports fans are wondering what to do with the rest of the summer. Here's an idea... come to Mexico! An integral part of Mexican culture, sports are plentiful here with many international competitions held throughout the country.
Trivago Lists 30 Most Popular Vacation Destinations
 BanderasNews.com
The world's largest online hotel search site, trivago.com, has just released their Travel Advice Guide for the second half of 2016, and Puerto Vallarta, Cancun and Playa del Carmen, Mexico are listed among the 30 most popular vacation destinations in North America.
Club de Golf Chapultepec in CDMX to Host WGC Event
 BanderasNews.com
Tournament officials announced Wednesday that the World Golf Championships will be held at Club de Golf Chapultepec in Mexico City, March 2-5, 2017. Next year's tournament, the first in a new seven-year agreement with Grupo Salinas, will be the first WGC event held in Mexico.
Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board Issues Second Statement
 BanderasNews.com
On August 18, the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board issued a second statement regarding the August 15 kidnapping, saying, '...rest assured that national, state and local law enforcement are in town to ensure the safety of tourists, and our tourism offerings continue to be completely operational.'
Season 2 of 'Fear the Walking Dead' Filmed in Mexico
 USA Today
After a half-season spent largely at sea, AMC's 'Fear the Walking Dead' resumes Season 2 Sunday on dry land. Mexico, where the drama was filmed this season, offers a variety of intriguing geographic settings, from a Pacific Ocean resort to hot, rugged desert to the city of Tijuana.
Scientists Discover New Species of Snake in Mexico
 mongabay.com
Scientists have discovered a strikingly colored new species of snake in the Sierra Zongolica mountains of Mexico. Researchers have named the new species 'Geophis lorancai' in honor of biologist Miguel Angel de la Torre Loranca, who collected most of the specimens.
Letter from the Editor Regarding La Leche Incident
 BanderasNews.com
International and social media has run amok with unverified and incomplete reports of the incident that occurred at a Puerto Vallarta restaurant Aug 15. We urge the community to adhere to information provided by the authorities in order to avoid rumors that affect the destination.
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