Maintaining the internet status quo
Last month there was an historical moment of unanimous agreement among parties that at other times never seem to agree on anything. All the member states of the European Parliament voted unanimously 27-0. The United States House of Representatives voted unanimously 397-0. Mexico, Canada, Korea, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand all stood together in agreement. What is it that could cause all of these parties to so solidly agree on anything? Answer: they are against the ITU taking over governance of the internet.
Traditional tamale feasts and other customs tied to the celebration of Dia de la Candelaria (Candlemas) will be observed Saturday, February 2, marking the tail end of Mexico’s prolonged Christmas season.
Universidad de Guadalajara student Karen Ruz Sanchez has received an honorific mention in the fourth edition of the “Copper and the Home” competition organized by the Italian Copper Institute and the European Copper Institute (ECI).
When Spain suffered an economic meltdown about two years ago, it set off shock waves that are currently pounding Mexico. A wave of young Spanish immigrants and changes in the business landscape are two of the most evident aftereffects here.
Tennis has long been considered a “fresa” sport enjoyed mainly by members of Mexico’s elite country clubs, but now anyone can play for a minimal cost at the Centro Telcel de Tenis in Guadalajara’s Parque Metropolitano.
Thrills, chills and more than a few spills await folks attending Chapala’s Carnaval bash where an outdoor ice skating rink will stand out as a major attraction during the 12-day celebration.