A 17th century plague doctor did not exactly inspire a sense of calm. He would appear in a head-to-toe leather overcoat, leather gloves, a wide-brimmed hat, gripping a wand to poke and prod the patient.
Catastrophe in the port of Beirut, Lebanon
During the course of the day, a huge explosion occurred in the main port of Beirut, the capital of Lebanon. Several images of the immensity of the explosion are circulating through social networks.
The Humanitarian Visa
Historically, the arm of the Mexican government’s Immigration Services (INM) has always provided relief for any foreign national not able to leave the country due to emergency situations such as health reasons. This is done via an extension of time to remain in-country through the “humanitarian visa.” This was determined on a case-by-case basis, and time frames for the extension were determined the same way.
El Marro’s influence grew through complicity with authorities
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said the cartel had grown, making Guanajuato the most violent state, due to "complicity with municipal and state authorities," he said.
Letter To The Editor
After reading information regarding citizen complaints for deforestation caused by public works workers and recent news about a project to “remodel” the Andador Almenas in Malanquín neighborhood...
Five Steps to Voting in the United States From Abroad
Please follow these five steps to vote from abroad. Note that these recommended deadlines are not the final deadlines that vary by state. Democrats Abroad SMA strongly encourages voters to follow the recommended deadlines.
Racism and Identity
The problem of racism has captured public attention in the United States as tens of thousands of protesters fill the streets of every major city as well as many small towns. Largely peaceful protestors.
“El Marro” Is Arrested
Today, the Guanajuato State Attorney General's Office reported through its social networks and website the arrest of a criminal group leader as follows:
Weekly Horoscopes August 2
All Signs: Here’s the skinny. The Sun continues in Leo for the next three weeks; and this week, Mercury enters Leo as well! Venus moves into Cancer to stay for four weeks. Of course, Mars continues to be in its own sign Aries for the rest of the year. That’s the lineup!