Category: Mexico

Exotic Jaca Fruit             Tara A. Spears This bizarre looking tropical fruit is highly sought after for its alleged medical properties and some people just like the taste. The jackfruit (jaca in Spanish) is well adapted to the hot humid tropics. Since…

Mexican Indigenous Community Considering Legal Action Against French Designer On Wednesday June 17th, The Yucatan Times published an article stating that Mexican citizens are accusing popular brand TOMS Shoes of copying a traditional “huarache” design. In that article, it was mentioned that French…

“Día del Padre” a highly important holiday in Mexican culture   Father’s Day is actually an international holiday. But, have you ever wondered how Mexicans celebrate Dad’s special day? In Yucatán, just like all other “fiestas” and holidays, they celebrate Father’s Day on…

Arizona, Mexico Agreement Extends I-11 to Mexico City Eric Jay Toll – Phoenix Business Journal go to original I-11 Boulder City bypass looking south from Henderson at an overlook pullout. (Randy Winslow) Phoenix, Arizona – Interstate 11 is getting another boost with…

Mexico Eases Requirements for US-Schooled Children Mark Stevenson – Associated Press “The main problem that migrants face when they try to get school services, is the lack of documents, and the requirement that they get the apostille,” the Education Department said in…

Tropical May Orchids in the Garden Tara A. Spears It is such a thrill to have a vibrant array of warm weather exotic flowers in my home garden. Now that Jaltemba Bay is in its summer growing mode, the dainty Dancing Ladies…