Scientists may have identified a second patient in the United States infected with bacteria carrying the mcr-1 “superbug” gene, which makes bacteria highly resistant to a last-resort class of antibiotics. The gene is believed to have been found in a sample of E. coli bacteria from a patient in New York. The finding follows the...Read More

A strong earthquake struck in southern Mexico on Monday afternoon, but there were no reports of injuries or significant damage. Authorities said the quake was felt in five states. Tall buildings swayed in Mexico City 215 miles (350 kilometers) from the quake’s epicenter. The U.S. Geological Survey said the tremor had a preliminary magnitude of...Read More

Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto said on Monday that Britain’s vote to leave the European Union will have a moderate impact on Mexico. Pena Nieto, speaking to reporters in Quebec City ahead of a meeting of leaders from Mexico, the United States and Canada, said Mexico had already taken measures to help the Mexican economy,...Read More

Mexican authorities say they have arrested three members of a drug gang in connection with last week’s slaying of three federal police officers in southern Guerrero state. The federal police said late Sunday the suspects are linked to a gang that distributed drugs and engaged in extortion and kidnapping around Chilapa, Guerrero. The area has...Read More

The tourism region comprised by the Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta continues to be a very attractive market for US airlines—especially during the wintertime. This is why Frontier Airlines has opened up reservations for a new seasonal route from Chicago O’Hare to Puerto Vallarta for winter 2016. The winter flight will depart from O’Hare International...Read More