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Parade marks Mexican Independence Day in East L.A.
County Supervisor Hilda Solis waves to the people lining the streets of East Los Angeles Sept. 14 for the 79th annual East Los Angeles Mexican Independence Day Parade. The parade was followed by a street festival on Mednik Avenue. Courtesy photo...
Digital agriculture technologies grow three times faster than average, as global food security challenge intensifies
With the global population projected to exceed 10 billion by 2050, the challenge of producing enough food while using fewer resources has never been greater. A new technology insight report and technology platform from the Observatory on Patents...

China's Threat To Mexico Is A Warning To Latin America
(MENAFN- The Rio Times) (Op-Ed Analysis) China has taken off the mask. When Mexico announced tariffs on more than 1,400 products from China, India, Turkey, and others - a move designed to protect domestic industries and safeguard more than 325,000...

In the news today: Carney in Mexico, protesting Ottawa’s agenda, B.C. lichen at risk
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed… Canada, Mexico to sign partnership agreement Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to sign a strategic partnership agreement with Mexican President Claudia...

Canada, Mexico to sign strategic partnership agreement
OTTAWA – Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to sign a strategic partnership agreement with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum during his visit to Mexico, which starts today. The agreement will cover infrastructure, trade, health, agriculture,...

When Carney meets Sheinbaum, a worry for Canada and Mexico: How to shake hands without provoking Trump?
When Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrives in Mexico City to meet President Claudia Sheinbaum, the optics will matter as much as the outcomes. Both leaders face the challenge of showing unity in the face of Washington’s unpredictable tariff...

Canada's Carney heads to Mexico to discuss trade before US trade deal review
TORONTO -- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to Mexico on Thursday in an effort to diversify trade as America’s neighbors brace for a review of the free trade deal with United States. The United States-Mexico-Canada trade pact, or USMCA,...

India among 23 nations flagged by US for drug trafficking and production — Check which others are on list
India has been named as a “major drug transit or major illicit drug producing countries” by the United States. In a ‘Presidential Determination’ submitted to Congress on Monday, US President Donald Trump listed India among 23 countries identified...

Mexico’s tariff plan threatens South Korea’s auto edge amid US trade strains
Seoul faces higher costs in Mexico as US tariffs persist, tightening squeeze on ROK automakers’ North American strategy South Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) said Wednesday it convened a joint government-industry meeting in...

Mexico-China Chamber Warns Tariffs Will Raise Automotive Prices for Consumers
12 On September 16, 2025, the Mexico-China Chamber of Commerce and Technology (MEXCHAM) issued a public statement warning that the new tariffs imposed by the Mexican government on Chinese automotive products will have a direct impact on consumer...

Seas of weeds, AI predicted earthquakes, and Big Tech's endless appetite
Seas of weeds Source: REUTERS Something wicked this way comes, in the form of brown seaweed (well really it's a type of algae). Sargassum was once presumed to only exist in the nutrient-poor waters of the Sargasso Sea. However, recent research...

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill relaunches franchise program
September 16, 2025 Lime Fresh Mexican Grill, a fast casual brand with roots in South Beach, has relaunched its franchise program with a "Lime 2.0" model aimed at nationwide expansion. The company, known for its made-in-house Mexican food, is...

US will begin public consultations on Canada-US-Mexico trade pact review
The United States is officially starting the process of reviewing the Canada-US-Mexico Agreement as President Donald Trump continues to shake up continental trade with his tariff agenda. The US Trade Representative is set to begin 45 days of...

Canada's Carney heads to Mexico to discuss trade before a review of their US trade deal
TORONTO, ONT – Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to Mexico on Thursday in an effort to diversify trade as America’s neighbors brace for a review of the free trade deal with United States. The United States-Mexico-Canada trade pact, or...

Mexico’s Luxury Resorts Now Drawing Casino Tourists
22 Mexico’s luxury resorts offer a mix of casino fun, beautiful scenery, and vibrant traditions. Cities like Cancun, Mexico City, and Monterrey now rival traditional hubs like Las Vegas, especially for U.S. visitors seeking a mix of high-end...

5 key priorities for poultry industry against HPAI
As highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) continues to disrupt poultry markets and consumer confidence, industry experts at the 2025 Chicken Marketing Summit earlier this year identified five urgent priorities that demand immediate attention. 1....

Bad Bunny Residency Makes Puerto Rico’s Travel Industry Surge in Broader Economic Boost
Photo Credit: San Juan, Puerto Rico, by Naveen Naidu Bad Bunny’s three-month San Juan residency has boosted Puerto Rico’s local economy over the summer, during what is usually the island’s slow season. The 30-show concert series has spurred a...

What Are the Best Freight Shipping Solutions for Small Businesses?
Balancing shipping cost, speed and safety is essential for small business owners. You need shipments to arrive on time and intact while being cost-effective. Luckily, there are logistics brokerages and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) that...

Two Cartel-Controlled Mexican States Cancelled Independence Day Celebrations
Two cartel-controlled states in Mexico cancelled their Independence Day celebrations on Monday in several of their communities over concerns of cartel attacks and violence. The cancellations come at a time when the U.S. government has labelled six...

“We needed more, and we needed it everywhere” – Newmont on how 5G changes mining
Newmont is the world’s leading gold company, and the leading industrial private 5G operator in the mining sector. Here, its networks director, Chris Twaddle, gives a blow-by-blow account of how it developed a private 5G model with Ericsson to...