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The United Mexican States[9] ( Spanish  Estados Unidos Mexicanos (help·info)), commonly known as Mexico ( English&_160;/'m?ks?ko?/) ( Spanish México (help·info) ['mexiko]), is a federal constitutional republic in North America. It is bordered on the north by the United States; on the south and west by the Pacific Ocean; on the southeast by Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea; and on the east by the Gulf of Mexico. [10][11] Covering almost 2 million square kilometres, [12] Mexico is the fifth-largest country in the Americas by total area and the 14th largest independent nation in the world. With an estimated population of 111 million, [13] it is the 11th most populous country. Mexico is a federation comprising thirty-one states and a Federal District, the capital city. In Pre-Columbian Mesoamerica many cultures matured into advanced civilizations such as the Olmec, the Toltec, the Teotihuacan, the Maya and the Aztec before the first contact with Europeans. In 1521, Spain conquered and colonized the territory, which was administered as the viceroyalty of New Spain which would eventually become Mexico as the colony gained independence in 1821. The post-independence period was characterized by economic instability, territorial secession and civil war, including foreign intervention, two empires and two long domestic dictatorships. The latter led to the Mexican Revolution in 1910, which culminated with the promulgation of the 1917 Constitution and the emergence of the country's current political system. Elections held in July 2000 marked the first time that an opposition party won the presidency from the Institutional Revolutionary Party (Spanish Partido Revolucionario Institucional, PRI). As a regional power[14][15] and the only Latin American member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) since 1994, Mexico is firmly established as an upper middle-income country,[16] considered as a newly industrialized country[17][18][19][20] and has the 11th largest economy in the world by GDP by purchasing power parity, and also the largest GDP per capita in Latin America according to the International Monetary Fund.[21] The economy is strongly linked to those of its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners. Despite being considered an emerging power,[22] the uneven income distribution and the increase in drug-related violence are issues of concern.[23] After New Spain won independence from Spain, it was decided that the new country would be named after its capital, Mexico City, which was founded in 1524 on top of the ancient Aztec capital of México-Tenochtitlan. The name comes from the Nahuatl language, but its meaning is not known. It has been suggested that it is derived from Mextli or Mexihtli, a secret name for the god of war and patron of the Aztecs, Huitzilopochtli, in which case Mexihco means "Place where Mexihtli lives".[24] Another hypothesis suggests that the word Mexihco derives from the metztli ("moon"), xictli ("navel", "center" or "son"), and the suffix -co (place), in which case it means "Place at the center of the moon" or "Place at the center of the Lake Moon", in reference to Lake Texcoco.[25] The system of interconnected lakes, of which Texcoco was at the center, had the form of a rabbit, the same image that the Aztecs saw in the moon. Tenochtitlan was located at the center (or navel) of the lake (or rabbit/moon).[25] Still another hypothesis suggests that it is derived from Mectli, the goddess of maguey.
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1. Villa Puerto Vallarta: Businesses around town
November 20, 2009
It’s an exciting adventure, planning a lengthy holiday in a Puerto Vallarta villa rental, and one of the cool things about it is the opportunity you’ll have to experience the ins and outs of daily life in a different country using a second language. There is no need to worry how you’ll do; the folks in Puerto Vallarta are incredibly friendly and they’ll be glad to help you learn the ropes.
One of the first things you might want to do is familiarize yourself with the medium of exchange in Mexico, the peso. The symbol used to indicate a peso ($) is the same as that for the US dollar, and y... (read more)
Author: Anirban Bhattacharya
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2. Cocobolo is Perfect for Wood Turning
November 20, 2009
One of the world’s most prized woods is Cocobolo. Words cannot describe how visually appealing this exotic hardwood is. What is cocobolo? Cocobolo is an exotic hardwood found in Mexico, Central American countries, and parts of northern South America. Cocobolo is also known as tampiciran, cocobola, cocobolo rosewood and its scientific name, Dalbergia Retusa also including the recent discovery of Dalbergia Granadillo. The heartwood is striking and multicolored with tones of red, orange, and sometimes purple, with darker to black contrasting grain lines. The wood’s grain pattern is often swirly o... (read more)
Author: Ryan Foreman
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3. Offshore Tax Advice
November 20, 2009
We are able to offer tax advice for Guatemala, not for other countries. In the other countries where we offer banking in (Ecuador, Costa Rica and Mexico) we have lawyers located there who can offer legal advice regarding laws in their country.
All the jurisdictions we deal with do not tax offshore-derived income. They are not part of the European Tax Withholding Treaty. The countries we deal in do not report any corporate or banking information to any other countries. Information “may” be shared in some circumstances involving a TIEA (Tax Information Exchange Agreement) request but then t... (read more)
Author: Aurelia Masterson
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4. The Latin Ring tones Mean Dinner for Ring tone Providers and cell phones and such smash chart crash
November 20, 2009
But ring tone operators are now starting to see the value in Latin ring tones, especially in the urban Hispanic market one often referred to as urban by marketers. While the market for Latin ring tones is exploding in Mexico, Central America, and South America, major Latin acts have failed to reach the coveted Billboard Ring tone Chart yet. Latin ring tones may be the lone remaining untapped pot of gold for ring tone sellers. The Ketchup Song, by Las Ketchup was on our top ten list about three years ago, said Bob Bents, director of marketing at Ringingphone.com. Then, theres the traditional ... (read more)
Author: Kunal Rarh
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5. How Tucson SEO Company helped Tucson websites ride out recession
November 19, 2009
The year has been tough for all businesses. We have seen many companies going bust due to low sales and revenues. Many businesses particularly in Arizona have suffered the most due to the double impact of recession and swine flu in Mexico. Many businesses in Arizona have links with Mexico. With Tourism and real estate sector in Mexico been hit hard by swine flu and economic downturn, it was inevitable that Arizona will also feel the impact. This also affected businesses with websites. Websites reported drastic fall in traffic. Sites with thousands of hits everyday suddenly had just a tr... (read more)
Author: Aniruddha Badola
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6. Work Online From Home: Why We Do It
November 19, 2009
Work online from home is becoming more mainstream today. We did not choose to build an online internet business because of the popularity of it; we chose to work online from home for the freedom. Let me ask you this, what did you do today? Did you go to a job? What will you do tomorrow and next week? Will you go to a job? If that’s how you live your life going to work at a job day after day, you’re just creating a living; you’re not creating a life. We chose to work online from home so we could have a life and freedom. Sure you can make a lot of money working at home online, but the... (read more)
Author: Wendell and Charmayne Vannatter
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7. Mexican Coffee - An Absolute Treat
November 19, 2009
Coffee was primarily planted in Mexico in the 18th century from Jamaica. The Mexican Coffees are typically simple and are most often than not used as a base for blending. Originated from central to southern regions of the country, the most famous coffee market names consist of Coatepec, Oaxaca Pluma, Chiapas, Veracruz and Tapachula. Their coffee differs due to the vastness of the coffee plantations in Mexico. In addition, some of the best coffees of Mexican products are produced in small-scaled Mexican organic coffee farms. Being one of the largest producers of certified organic coffees in the... (read more)
Author: Chris Cornell
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8. Puerto Vallarta Real Estate - Security and Infrastructure Take Priority
November 19, 2009
Puerto Vallarta Real estate offers a fairly rare package of luxury real estate, a beautiful beachfront and ocean and a clean city all combined with a high level of safety and a very well developed and maintained infrastructure. When we look for a place to spend the winter months, or the ideal location for our retirement, the first things we consider are climate, beachfront lifestyle, convenience and comfort. Puerto Vallarta Real estate offers all of this at its best. Yet, once we have our list of beachfront locations, all of them claiming to be the best, we have to consider some details whi... (read more)
Author: Thomas Lloyd
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9. La Paz Real Estate Offers Excellent Infrastructure Maintenance
November 19, 2009
La Paz Real Estate is an excellent option for anyone who enjoys beachfront living in a beautiful city. An important point for real estate buyers to consider is the dedication and commitment of local government to keep up the city's appearance and infrastructure, and in the case of La Paz Real Estate, this dedication is continually made clear. One recent example of this commitment is a large-scale program to re-pave and repair roads where needed.
While living in a city definitely has its benefits – like beautiful beaches, amazing ocean view from your condo, fabulous weather, warm temperat... (read more)
Author: Thomas Lloyd
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10. Tulum Real Estate offers Excellent Mexico Land Opportunities
November 19, 2009
Tulum Real Estate, which is still in its growing stages, currently offers a variety of property types. However, one of the real estate types which is currently getting a lot of attention are the lots for sale. While Mexico Land in many destinations which have already boomed has lower availability, higher demand, and higher prices, land in Tulum is available at competitive prices, it also offers many options at the moment, in terms of location and possibilities for development. On top of this, Tulum Real Estate is starting to get more attention for various factors, and there are signs that d... (read more)
Author: Thomas Lloyd
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11. Lake Chapala Real Estate's Natural Beauty finds Protection in Local Organizations
November 19, 2009
One of the most attractive parts of buying Lake Chapala Real Estate is, of course, Lake Chapala itself, offering beautiful views of its water and the hills beyond, and a moderate climate. The natural beauty of the area around the lake makes Lake Chapala Real Estate perfect for country drives, biking, evening walks, horse back riding, and many other activities, not to mention just a pleasant place to live in. For this reason various groups of residents have organized themselves in the area to protect the nature, the cleanliness and the visual image of the lake and its watershed. These groups... (read more)
Author: Thomas Lloyd
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12. Cancun Real Estate to Benefit from New Exhibition Center
November 19, 2009
Cancun Real Estate is about to start seeing some new opportunities as the city works to convert itself into an international business destination. As a part of this effort a new exhibition center is being built in Cancun, which will be the largest in Latin America. Along with other aspects of the plan for Cancun's new direction the conventions and exhibitions which take place at the new center will begin to draw more attention to Cancun Real Estate from buyers involved in international business activities.
With an area of 60 thousand square meters, the new exhibition center will move ... (read more)
Author: Thomas Lloyd
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13. Playa del Carmen Real Estate offers Safety in Hurricane Season
November 19, 2009
Maybe you've been considering buying Playa del Carmen Real Estate, but you've been worried about the reports of hurricanes in the area. While hurricanes are definitely a real fact to consider, if we take a look at Playa del Carmen, we will see that the city's and the people's preparations for the weather offer a large amount of safety during this season, and it has very little effect on day to day life; Playa del Carmen Real Estate owners carry on with routines and life as normal.
First of all, it worth noting that hurricanes come around only once in a blue moon. While every year in Oc... (read more)
Author: Thomas Lloyd
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14. Interview with AMPI National and Riviera Maya Presidents by Mexico Real Estate
November 19, 2009
In a recent Interview with AMPI National and Riviera Maya Presidents by Mexico Real Estate, TOPMexicoRealEstate.com founder, Thomas Lloyd, discussed the significance of the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals (AMPI) in the Mexico Real Estate industry with AMPI National President, Pedro Trueba, and AMPI Riviera Maya President, Wilberth Gutierrez. TOPMexicoRealEstate.com, a webpage and Network of "certified real estate professionals that specialize in guiding new buyers through the Mexican purchasing process" is dedicated to providing non-Mexican buyers with the security and othe... (read more)
Author: Thomas Lloyd
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15. In Puerto Vallarta, It's All About the Sun
November 18, 2009
The resort city of Puerto Vallarta spreads out along the sunny shores of Banderas Bay on Mexico’s Pacific coast. The promise of warm days in the middle of winter is an irresistible attraction for sun worshippers and other sensible sorts who dread the long, cold, dark days in northern latitudes. Nothing looks more appealing when the snow flies outside than a villa Puerto Vallarta. Thus, the journey begins.
Protection, Protection Your first instinct on arriving in Mexico will probably have something to do with sand and surf, perhaps a “Wow!” followed by, “I gotta get to the beach.” A word ... (read more)
Author: Anirban Bhattacharya
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16. Ardyss International Opportunity
November 19, 2009
Ardyss International has been in the business arena for quite a while already. Established by the Diaz de Leon family of Mexico in the late 80s, Ardyss started out with the small scale production and distribution of women's inner garments. Currently Ardyss has business operations ongoing all over the United States and Canada, and in some regions of South America. It has more than 40 distribution centers all over the world and Ardyss International is listed among the top 20 fastest growing companies there are operating to date. In the spring of 2007, Ardyss International took a major leap... (read more)
Author: Roger Priore
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17. Honeymoon in the Caribbean- Best Caribbean Honeymoons
November 19, 2009
The Caribbean would have to be one of the Best Honeymoon Destinations in the world. Out of all the different places which make up the Caribbean you will be ready to have whatever kind of honeymoon you desire. Whether it is spending all day relaxing on the beach, golfing, intense water sports or just an isolated getaway where you are the sole two people in sight. The Caribbean has something for everybody. I've come up with the top five places to Honeymoon in the Caribbean. 1. Cancun On Mexico's Eastern shore Cancun is thought of by many as the premier honeymoon destination, just becaus... (read more)
Author: Honeymoon Nation
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18. Soak Up the Florida Sun This Winter
November 19, 2009
Countless holidaymakers flock to Florida during the winter months - and it’s no surprise as to why. With sunny skies and sub-tropical weather year-round, anyone can escape the winter blues with a visit to the “Sunshine State”. Florida’s latitude and numerous inland lakes are largely responsible for the state’s consistently warm weather, while a proximity to the currents of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico also play a significant role in the state’s climate. In fact, southern Florida is one of the warmest places on the United States mainland during the winter months, drawing holida... (read more)
Author: Jonathan Wallace
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19. Colourful Mexico!
November 19, 2009
Whether you decide to visit the beautiful beaches famous around the world or the historical cities from the time of the Spanish colony and archeological sites of cultures such as the Maya, Olmeca and Azteca among others, beautiful national parks in deserts, mountains and forests, or just hang out in one of the modern cities, you will enjoy it all in Mexico.
Some of the best and most unspoiled beaches are located on the Oaxaca coast, particularly Zipolite and Puerto Escondido. Cancun, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen located at the Riviera Maya, Mazatlan, Manzanillo, Ixtapa and Puerto Vallarta am... (read more)
Author: Ezee Go
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20. Cruise Deals to Mexico and the Panama Canal
November 18, 2009
Instead of cramming the car with luggage or navigating through crowded airport security lines and gates this year, consider vacationing in style without all the hassles with a cruise deal to Mexico and the Panama Canal. A Chance to Relax
No matter how many games you stuff into the car, podcasts you upload onto our mp3 players or detailed preparations you make, traveling always ends up being the most stressful part of a vacation. It tends not to be until you swipe your hotel key for the first time or sink your feet into hot sand that you can exhale fully and think, "Ahh--vacation has o... (read more)
Author: Matt Cragle
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21. Two Reasons why Homes in Albuquerque are Thriving
November 18, 2009
Have you ever considered living in what can be thought of as one of the finest cities in America according to a leading magazine? Can you imagine living in a city so beautiful that in one of its many festivals, you will witness the sudden explosion of colors in the sky brought about by hundreds of brilliantly colored air balloons? Welcome to Albuquerque, New Mexico where the great outdoors and urban landscape meet. If you are considering moving to this beautiful and vibrant city, you may consider looking at the condominiums in Albuquerque where you will surely get a taste of life that you had ... (read more)
Author: Cary Albuquerque
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22. Safe Travels in Tulum and the Yucatan Peninsula Mexico
November 18, 2009
The last 12 months of media coverage related to Mexico would have many people believing that Mexico as a country is a risky place to visit because of the recent H1N1 (Swine flu virus) and stories of drug kidnappings and shootings primarily centered around several US border towns. Regional events have unfortunately had a negative effect on the local tourism economy half a country away on the Yucatan Peninsula.
A fair (or unfair) comparison might be made if when the LA Riots erupted after the Rodney King verdict in the US in 1991, if people from around the world had the perception of, "don... (read more)
Author: Matt Ludwig
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23. Guv orders furloughs, job elimination as response to financial woes
November 18, 2009
Gov. Bill Richardson on Thursday pledged to axe 1,000 vacant state jobs, ordered nearly 20,000 state workers to take five furlough days and cut state agencies.
Those actions, along with the promise to eliminate at least 84 state jobs held by political appointees, represented the governor?s answer to New Mexico?s worsening financial situation.
?I won?t pretend that these actions will solve all our budget problems, but it?s a start,? Richardson said at a midday news conference at the state Capitol.
As painful as the decisions were, state lawmakers said Thursday that they would hav... (read more)
Author: Health Insurance
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24. Rate of flu patients continues to slide
November 18, 2009
Doctors' offices remain unusually busy although the percentage of patients with flu-like illnesses continues to drop, according to the New Mexico Department of Health, which also reported three more swine flu deaths over the last week.
NM DOH H1N1 Weekly Update for Nov. 12, 2009
Influenza-Like Illness:
Visits to healthcare providers for influenza-like illness dropped for the third week in a row to 6.6 percent from approximately 9 percent last week. However, visits to healthcare providers are still higher than would be expected for this time of year.
The Department tracks in... (read more)
Author: Health Insurance
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25. Ensuring a Safe Stay in Mexico
November 16, 2009
Taking precaution for your safety is the best way to prevent a tragedy from occurring while vacationing in Mexico. By taking the time to familiarize yourself with safety precautions, you should be able to have a safe and enjoyable vacation while in Mexico.
When traveling, it is important to make sure that you do not bring large amounts of cash, excess credit cards, or flashy jewelry with you. You will already draw attention to yourself, just because you are a tourist; don't draw additional attention to yourself by flashing large amounts of cash when out on the town. There are many peop... (read more)
Author: Gerry Lamb
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