By: Dr. Alejandro Diaz-Bautista, Economist and Researcher (Ph.D.). Later this year, Mexico and the United States will celebrate 200 years of bilateral relations. The High-Level Economic Dialogue between Mexico and the United States (DEAN) is reactivated. Family, cultural, commercial, and economic ties between Mexico and the United States drive us …
November, 2022
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1 November
HYPER-DOLLARIZATION: THESE FACTORS HAVE HELPED THE MEXICAN PESO TO RESIST AGAINST THE FOREIGN CURRENCY
-Editorial Dollarization is a strategy supported by several countries at different times in their history, particularly those that are developing, which occurs when a country officially adopts the United States currency, the dollar, as its legal tender. Another way to dollarize an economy occurs when informally, faced with the loss …
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1 November
Calexico Receives $8.5 Million Heber Park Prop 68 Grant
-Editorial It was a day of celebration as the community of Calexico gathered to receive the long-awaited funding for Heber Park that will bring much-needed recreation for the residents of the west side of Calexico. For years, Heber Park has seen a state near abandonment ever since the National Guard …
October, 2022
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30 October
San Diego Press Club Reunites to Celebrate Their Traditional Annual Excellence in Journalism Awards
-Editorial The evening was perfect at Balboa Park as journalists and public relations specialists gathered for the first time since the pandemic to network and celebrate this year’s award winners. After two years of virtual programs, the Annual Awards will be a celebration under the stars on the lawn in …
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30 October
Elon Musk Officially Takes Over Twitter
-Editorial Elon Musk is the new boss of Twitter and he is making his presence felt as changes are being made internally. After months of speculation, Musk sealed the deal to buy the popular social media platform. According to the Associated Press, Musk is in charge of the social media …
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29 October
California Poised to Become World’s 4th Biggest Economy
-Editorial According to Bloomberg, California is poised to overtake Germany as the world’s 4th largest economy, continuing to outperform the nation and other countries in GDP growth, companies’ market value, renewable energy, and more. “While critics often say California’s best days are behind us, reality proves otherwise – our economic …
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29 October
Calexico Must Solve Financial Deficiencies
-Editorial The California State Auditor’s Office found many deficiencies in the City of Calexico’s finances which will have to be resolved as soon as possible. The City acknowledged that it has faced financial challenges over the last decade and appreciates the work the State Auditors have put into identifying areas …
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27 October
Lazo Rosa Walk Unites Two Countries in The Fight Against Breast Cancer
-Editorial The annual Lazo Rosa Binational walk was once again held on the Calexico-Mexicali border showing that the fight against cancer can unite two countries for a cause. This event was a step in the right direction to raise breast cancer awareness in the community. The event was done in …
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26 October
Paris+ par Art Basel concludes highly successful debut edition
-Editorial Paris+ Art Basel took place at the Grand Palais Éphémère from October 20 to 23, 2022 The inaugural edition of Paris+ par Art Basel brought together 156 premier galleries from 30 countries and territories – including 61 exhibitors with spaces in France – in a new flagship event that …
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25 October
Measure B Will Take IVC to The Next Level
-Editorial Imperial Valley College has provided opportunities for a better future to our students giving them a high-quality education curriculum that opens doors to better chances for everyone. IVC has taken a great leap by modernizing its campus so that students get access to services and educational opportunities but they …
