http://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2010/01/24/Drug-war-has-some-seeking-US-asylum/UPI-51621264383090/
The vicious drug war in Mexico has caused a dramatic increase in the number of Mexicans seeking asylum in the United States. Only certain applicants are approve because they must show that they belong to a political, religious, ethnic, national, or social group being persecuted by forces that the government can not control. Usually this means people are fleeing from dictatorships, civil wars, or communist regimes. Mexican citizens looking for asylum in the U.S. must convince authorities that the government can not control the drug cartels and that they are in danger because either they or their families have political involvement against the cartels. Since 2006 when Felipe Calderon took office more than 15,000 people have died in the growing violence. Experts believe that if more asylum seekers are successful in coming to the U.S. then asylum laws will be weakened.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
House Hunting in ... Mexico
http://travel.nytimes.com/2010/01/24/travel/24hours.html?scp=2&sq=mexico&st=cse
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/06/greathomesanddestinations/06gh-househunting.html?scp=6&sq=mexico&st=cse
After the recent world-wide recession, NAFTA, swine flu, and an increase in drug related violence, the Mexican economy has taken serious damage. In an effort to regain its old financial vigor, Mexican hotels have slashed prices by up to 65%, the Mexican government is letting tourist barrow free bikes and helmets in large cities, and some of the largest art galleries have been buying new art. Despite a decline in crime of about 10%-15% in recent years, the housing market in Mexico is still having trouble. A Northern Mexico house with three rooms, three baths, six fireplaces, and the beach bordering one of its sides is going for only $895,000. Now, more than ever, is the time to visit Mexico and/or buy a house.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/06/greathomesanddestinations/06gh-househunting.html?scp=6&sq=mexico&st=cse
After the recent world-wide recession, NAFTA, swine flu, and an increase in drug related violence, the Mexican economy has taken serious damage. In an effort to regain its old financial vigor, Mexican hotels have slashed prices by up to 65%, the Mexican government is letting tourist barrow free bikes and helmets in large cities, and some of the largest art galleries have been buying new art. Despite a decline in crime of about 10%-15% in recent years, the housing market in Mexico is still having trouble. A Northern Mexico house with three rooms, three baths, six fireplaces, and the beach bordering one of its sides is going for only $895,000. Now, more than ever, is the time to visit Mexico and/or buy a house.
Prison gang brawl leads to death of 23 inmates
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/us_and_americas/article6996103.ece
23 men were killed in a prison gang brawl in Durango, Mexico. The reason for the brawl is not indicated nor known, but the brawl was between rival drug gangs. President of the Durango State Human Rights Commission said that the fighting was "the result of what's happening outside of the prisons."It is so unfortunate that there are events such as this happening in Mexico. The violence is starting to get out of hand, and it is especially scary that this event occurred in a prison, where it is supposed to be secure. However, this may be a precedent to what could happen when the men from Guantanamo Bay are moved to the United States.
23 men were killed in a prison gang brawl in Durango, Mexico. The reason for the brawl is not indicated nor known, but the brawl was between rival drug gangs. President of the Durango State Human Rights Commission said that the fighting was "the result of what's happening outside of the prisons."It is so unfortunate that there are events such as this happening in Mexico. The violence is starting to get out of hand, and it is especially scary that this event occurred in a prison, where it is supposed to be secure. However, this may be a precedent to what could happen when the men from Guantanamo Bay are moved to the United States.
Striker Shot In Head
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/sport/football/article7002632.ece
Salvador Cabañas, the Paraguay striker, is in a critical condition after being shot in the head in Mexico City yesterday. The 29-year-old, who plays for Club América and recently attracted interest from Sunderland, was taken to a hospital intensive care unit. Miguel Ángel Mancera, the Mexico City attorney general, said: “We don’t clearly know the motive behind the injury. The player is conscious but he has a heart problem. It seems that the attack happened in the bathroom of a bar.”
Salvador Cabañas, the Paraguay striker, is in a critical condition after being shot in the head in Mexico City yesterday. The 29-year-old, who plays for Club América and recently attracted interest from Sunderland, was taken to a hospital intensive care unit. Miguel Ángel Mancera, the Mexico City attorney general, said: “We don’t clearly know the motive behind the injury. The player is conscious but he has a heart problem. It seems that the attack happened in the bathroom of a bar.”
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