Mexico News Today Monday, March 22, 2021

 

MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2021

February homicides down 5%; lowest level since López Obrador became president The federal government reported that there were 2,626 homicide victims last month, which is 5.3% fewer than in February of 2020. FULL STORY

Mexicans turn gloomy; nation plunges 23 places on 2020 World Happiness Report The coronavirus pandemic had a significant impact on Mexicans’ level of contentment in 2020, says a UN report. FULL STORY

Kansas City Southern announces planned merger  Canadian Pacific Railway’s proposed takeover of the Kansas City Southern railroad is a US $29-billion bet on smooth commerce between Canada, the United States and Mexico. FULL STORY ADVERTISEMENT Vaccinations to begin this week in two more of Mexico City's boroughs Officials said they hope to give a total of 251,375 doses. Coyoacán residents will receive the Pfizer shot, while residents in Tlalpan will receive the Sinovac jab. FULL STORY US officials visiting this week to discuss migration The meetings come as the Biden administration battles a growing political crisis over the rising number of unaccompanied migrant children crossing the border. FULL STORY Seniors’ pensions will be more than double by 2024 Individuals will see their retirement payments increase annually and reach 6,000 pesos (US $292) every two months in 2024. FULL STORY Seismic alert malfunctions twice in 12 hours The first time the alarm sounded was due to human error, the second was caused by a problem with the system. FULL STORY In Tijuana, 1,500 migrants are hopeful the new US president will let them in Hundreds of men, women and children are camped out in a tent city outside the El Chaparral pedestrian crossing, praying President Biden will allow them to enter the United States. FULL STORY OPINION In Mexico City, a ray of hope in the pursuit of functioning criminal justice system There are few positive narratives about Mexico’s system of justice, but the capital's local investigative units offer some cause for optimism, writes Manuel Vélez. FULL STORY Cartel lieutenant in custody after Nayarit gunfight A man believed to be a high-ranking Jalisco New Generation Cartel member has been arrested after a shootout in Rincón de Guayabitos. FULL STORY RELATED: Gunfire, grenades reported in Rincón de Guayabitos. FULL STORY MEXICO LIFE Edzná, a Maya site off the beaten path, is a hidden gem Situated 55 kilometers from the city of Campeche, the ancient city is surprisingly empty of visitors, writes Thilini Wijesinhe. FULL STORY MEXICO LIFE It can be hard to find but good yogurt kicks all sorts of dishes up a notch Sweet and savory recipes use yogurt to add moistness and richness while avoiding unhealthy fat, writes Janet Blaser in The Tropical Table. FULL STORY MEXICO LIFE Kitten season: not as happy a time as it might sound Mexico shares this problem with the rest of the world: too many cats and not enough homes, and more felines are born and abandoned at this time of year, writes Leigh Thelmadatter. FULL STORY THE MND POLL THE STORY: AMLO challenges US claim that narcos control one-third of Mexican territory. FULL STORY THE QUESTION:  Whom are you more likely to believe: President López Obrador or the US government? VOTE HERE LAST POLL: Should daylight saving time be eliminated in Mexico? 77% said that it should be eliminated. FULL RESULTS