-Editorial The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) announced new measures to hinder China’s ability to produce advanced semiconductors critical to military applications, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced computing. The rules, revealed on December 4, aim to curb the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) military modernization …

OBSERBC considers transparency, access to information, and accountability as civic tools that strengthen participatory democracy in Mexico and particularly in the state. Continuing its mission to inform citizens about the use of public resources, OBSERBC conducted an analysis of the State Education System covering the years 2016 to September 2024, …

-Editorial The year 2024 marked a transformative period for Imperial County, with significant strides made by key players such as IRE Development, Kilmainham Holdings, and CalEthos. These organizations have advanced groundbreaking projects that are reshaping the region’s economic, industrial, and technological landscape. IRE Development celebrated the completion of the Calexico …

By: Ellie Burgueño, Journalist and Writer. As the year winds to a close, many of us begin reflecting on the milestones we’ve reached and the aspirations we still hold dear. Crafting a meaningful New Year’s resolution list can be both exciting and daunting. Common things often include commitments to getting …

-Editorial As the cost of living continues to rise across the United States, renting a studio apartment has become an increasingly expensive undertaking for many. According to a recent study conducted by Cinch Home Services, which analyzed data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) and the National Low …

-Editorial The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts a significant rise in natural gas prices for the remainder of the winter heating season, despite higher-than-average inventories. According to the December Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), natural gas prices are expected to climb approximately 40% from November’s spot price, keeping them in …

-Editorial For the first time in nearly 40 years, women are once again seated on the Imperial County Board of Supervisors. Martha Cardenas-Singh and Margarita “Peggy” Price took their oaths of office on Dec. 27, during a formal swearing-in ceremony held at the County Administration Center Board Chambers in El …

By: Julian Martinez, Bitcoin Consultant Momentum is building to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve in the US. A bill called the BITCOIN Act of 2024 was introduced in the US Senate, which would commit the US Treasury to buy 1 million bitcoins over a 5-year period if passed. Similar bills …

-Editorial At the Legislative Palace of San Lázaro, Congresswoman Nora Yessica Merino Escamilla of the Labor Party (PT) introduced an initiative to amend Articles 6 and 29, and add Article 9 Bis to the Migration Law. The goal of the proposal, which was referred to the Migration Affairs Commission, is …

-Editorial The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LADPH) has issued a strong advisory to residents against feeding pets raw food, following the detection of the H5 bird flu virus in Northwest Naturals’ 2lb Feline Turkey Recipe Raw & Frozen Pet Food. The advisory comes after the Oregon Department …