Weekly News Quiz on our site: August 16th Edition
In the heart of Mexico City, two mass cancellations of flights at AICM airport this week left travellers in a quandary due to unspecified reasons. The city, known for its vibrant energy and bustling life, was momentarily disrupted by these unforeseen events [1].
Meanwhile, in the border regions between the U.S. and Mexico, the endangered Mexican animal threatened by the ongoing construction of the border wall is the jaguar. Specifically, in Arizona's San Rafael Valley, a vital wildlife corridor for jaguars and other species, the construction of the wall could block movement, destroy habitats, and cause ecological harm to at least 16 other endangered or threatened species in the area [1][4]. Other species threatened by border-related developments include the Mexican gray wolf, one of America's most endangered mammals [4].
In a heartening turn of events, a group of Chihuahua students have recently won an unspecified international award, adding to the state's growing list of achievements [2].
Unfortunately, the identity of the organisation that supported two Irish cyclists on their journey across Mexico remains undisclosed. Similarly, the reason for Colombian reggaeton artist Maluma's unexpected pause during his Mexico City concert earlier this week remains a mystery [3].
A recent poll showed that Mexicans generally believe freedom of speech is being protected. However, the percentage of Mexicans who feel they can voice their opinions without fear of retaliation was not specified [3].
Monterrey's canines have a new ally roaming the streets to promote animal rights, but the identity of this champion for animal rights remains a secret [5].
Lastly, archeologists in Mexico have uncovered a lost Mayan city, but the exact location of this historical discovery remains undisclosed [6].
Mexican government figures also show a significant reduction in poverty since 2018, yet the exact number of Mexicans lifted out of poverty since then is not specified [6].
These diverse events reflect the dynamic nature of life in Mexico, from challenges faced at the airport to the discovery of lost cities, and from the threats to endangered species to the achievements of students and the mystery of new allies.
- In the realm of entertainment, the identity of the organization that supported two Irish cyclists on their journey across Mexico remains undisclosed, mirroring the mysterious reasons for Colombian reggaeton artist Maluma's unexpected pause during his Mexico City concert.
- The city of Monterrey sees a new champion for animal rights roaming its streets, but the identity of this secret ally remains a mystery, much like the identity of the group of Chihuahua students who recently won an unspecified international award.
- As business opportunities flourish, general news in Mexico reveals a reduction in poverty since 2018; however, the exact number of Mexicans lifted out of poverty since then remains unspecified, echoing the undisclosed location of the lost Mayan city recently uncovered by archeologists.
