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Mexico floods kill 66, dozens missing amid relief criticism
Source: Reuters Five days after historic floods that killed at least 66 people and affected 100,000 homes, Mexico is still scrambling to get help to the worst-hit communities and locate 75 missing people amid criticism of the government’s handling...
Why the 90s is tasting pretty darned good in this economy: How nostalgia and Americans’ pocketbooks are bringing brands like Chi-Chi’s back from the dead
NSYNC tours are long over, Blockbuster stores are gone, and that AOL Instant Messenger chime is a distant memory. But at least one beloved aspect of the 1990s is back: Chi-Chi’s. After closing the last of its locations in 2004 due to bankruptcy...

Bitcoin Crosses $119,000 As Crypto Investors Shrug Off Trump Tariffs On Mexico, EU — Ethereum, Dogecoin Spike: Analyst Says ETH's Pump 'Just The Start'
Leading cryptocurrencies rose on Sunday, while stock futures slipped as President Donald Trump slapped new tariffs on Mexico and the European Union. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:15 p.m. ET) Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) +1.70% $119,410.06...

Artesanos mexicanos transforman barro en Árboles de la Vida admirados en el mundo
METEPEC, México — METEPEC, México — La primera vez que conoció a un papa, el artesano mexicano Hilario Hernández no viajó al Vaticano como invitado. Su papel fue cuidar la frágil pieza de barro que había creado como regalo para Benedicto XVI. “No...

Monroe County Business Alliance recognizes excellence at gala
More than 150 guests gathered at Monroe Golf & Country Club for the Monroe County Business Alliance’s annual Business Gala, a celebration of leadership, innovation and community spirit. The event, held from 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 9 at 611 Cole Road in...

Mexican fashion retail giant Coppel sees $1bn trade potential with Bangladesh
Leading Mexican retailer Coppel has expressed a strong interest in establishing long-term trade relations with Bangladesh, citing the country’s high-quality products and competitive prices. Representatives from Coppel, which operates over 2,000...
Beloved Mexican restaurant chain returns after shutting its doors 20 years ago
If you were one of the folks who loved Chi-Chi’s back in the 1990s, well … there’s good news for you. The once beloved Mexican restaurant chain is back after 20 years, opening its new flagship location earlier this month in St. Louis Park,...

Former pub to reopen as Mexican fusion restaurant
A former Somerset pub can reopen as a Mexican fusion restaurant after a change to the current licence was granted. The Prickly Pear operated successfully on the A359 High Street in Bruton for many years before suddenly closing its doors in...

Ironman California brings global athletes and economic boost to Sacramento
VISITORS LONG BEFORE THE RACE EVEN BEGINS. THE BUZZ IS BUILDING IN SACRAMENTO. IRONMAN CALIFORNIA RACE WEEKEND IS OFFICIALLY UNDERWAY. IT’S A HUGE EVENT FOR SACRAMENTO. IT’S REALLY BECOME A HIGHLIGHT ON OUR ANNUAL CALENDAR. MORE THAN 3400 ATHLETES...

Medical Support Departs for Alaska, Mexico Flood Response Efforts
By Tori Gordon Over the past week, Direct Relief has delivered 794 shipments of requested medical aid to 50 U.S. states and territories and 17 countries worldwide. The shipments contained 28.7 million defined daily doses of medication. Medications...
Mexico-EU trade deal to take effect in 2026
MEXICO CITY, Oct. 17 (Xinhua) -- Mexico's new trade agreement reached with the European Union (EU) is expected to take effect in February 2026 after being signed in the coming months, said Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Friday. The...

Executive Q&A: C-Innovation’s VP on scaling smart subsea services in a tight vessel market
Offshore: How would you describe C-Innovation’s strategic priorities over the next 3-5 years in the offshore oil and gas sector? Sheetz: C-Innovation’s strategic priorities over the next three to five years are clearly defined and centered on...

Mexican artisans turn clay into Trees of Life that are celebrated worldwide
Audio By Carbonatix METEPEC, Mexico (AP) — The first time he met a pope, Mexican craftsman Hilario Hernández could not believe his luck. He did not travel to the Vatican as a guest, but as the guardian of the fragile ceramic piece he had created...

Natural gas has the potential to be a bridge to renewable energy in Mexico
There’s a clear tension between developed and emerging economies regarding how to achieve the energy transition. While Europe insists that the time has come to accelerate the pace, Asia, Latin America and Africa are experiencing lags in economic...

He hijacked a plane in Cuba, made it to Florida and was deported to Mexico: The life in the shadows of Adermis Wilson González
You can’t say Adermis Wilson González doesn’t know fear. Nor that he scares easily. On March 31, 2003 he knocked on the door to the cockpit of a Russian Antonov-24 plane on which he was traveling from Cuba’s Isla de Juventud to Havana with his...

Market Outlook: Gold pulls back after record rally as U.S. debt fears keep bullish case intact
Thomas Winmill, portfolio manager at Midas Discovery Fund, joins BNN Bloomberg to discuss gold pulling back after record run. Gold prices retreated after hitting record highs earlier this week, as investors took profits following a sharp rally...

Seven Popular Texas-Based Mexican Restaurants Are Now Taking Over America
Texans, we love all types of food. But you'd have a hard time arguing against us loving Mexican food most of all. Perhaps, it's more correct to call it "Tex-Mex," but you can find some of the best in the entire country here in the Lone Star State....
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US to grant tariff relief for truck imports from Mexico and Canada
President Donald Trump last week announced new tariffs on medium and heavy-duty trucks imported from the US from November 1, a move that the Republican leader says is to protect manufacturers from “unfair outside competition” The US has announced...
Mexico: patent related controversies following the entry into force of the new IP Law
Summary This article explains some of the most relevant current controversies in patent practice triggered by the entry into force of the new IP Law, specifically, those related to patent term adjustment and divisional applications. Discussion...

Mexican Farmers Shut Down Highways In National Strike, Demanding Better Prices For Their Produce
More than 100,000 farmers across more than 17 states in Mexico launched a general strike on October 14, shutting down highways and marching on government palaces from Sinaloa to the state of México. The dramatic actions—showing farmers at times...