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Jax Taylor Cozying Up With Ex's Publicist During Mexican Birthday Getaway
entertainment6 days ago

Jax Taylor Cozying Up With Ex's Publicist During Mexican Birthday Getaway

Former Vanderpump Rules star Jax Taylor was spotted cozying up to Lori Krebs—the publicist who no longer reps his ex Brittany Cartwright—during a birthday and 1.5-year sobriety anniversary trip in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, where eyewitnesses say they hugged by a pool and attended a Latin-themed party; Cartwright filed for divorce from Taylor in 2024 and cut ties with Krebs after photos surfaced, with Krebs reportedly deleting her Instagram since the trip.

Crocodile Attack Kills Tourist at Puerto Vallarta Beach as Couple Recounts Desperate Rescue
world21 days ago

Crocodile Attack Kills Tourist at Puerto Vallarta Beach as Couple Recounts Desperate Rescue

A 28-year-old Irving from Mexico City was fatally attacked by a large crocodile at Marina Vallarta Beach in Puerto Vallarta on vacation with friends. A California couple witnessed the incident and tried to rescue him with a kayak, but murky water and the crocodile’s size made the effort deadly; his remains were recovered about 12 hours later. Local warnings about crocodiles were posted near the beach.

Resort town tragedy: 12-foot crocodile kills tourist in Puerto Vallarta
world21 days ago

Resort town tragedy: 12-foot crocodile kills tourist in Puerto Vallarta

A 28-year-old tourist, Irving Mauricio from Mexico City, was mauled to death by a 12-foot crocodile at Marina Vallarta Beach near the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa on Friday evening. Authorities captured a large crocodile in the area and recovered Mauricio’s body about 12 hours later, as warnings about crocodile activity in the resort town were reiterated and an investigation into the incident commenced.

OC Couple Describes Attempted Rescue in Puerto Vallarta Crocodile Attack
world22 days ago

OC Couple Describes Attempted Rescue in Puerto Vallarta Crocodile Attack

An Orange County couple said they tried to rescue a 28-year-old Mexico City tourist attacked by a crocodile on a Puerto Vallarta beach. Despite throwing a life preserver and attempting to reach him, authorities say the man died; his body was recovered the next morning and the crocodile suspected in the attack was captured. Officials urge beachgoers to heed wildlife warning signs.

Sheltering in Puerto Vallarta as Cartel Violence Disrupts City
world4 months ago

Sheltering in Puerto Vallarta as Cartel Violence Disrupts City

An American expat and her husband are sheltering in Puerto Vallarta for a three‑month stay as cartel violence leads to road blockades, fires, and intermittent water outages; she monitors events via social media and expat networks, notes disruptions to transit and local businesses, worries about workers missing pay, and emphasizes feeling relatively safe in her building while urging caution against misinformation.

Cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta triggers US warnings and travel chaos
world4 months ago

Cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta triggers US warnings and travel chaos

A deadly raid against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel in Puerto Vallarta sparks gun battles and chaos, as U.S. lawmakers warn Americans of risk, the State Department issues shelter-in-place advisories across Mexican tourist areas, and flight cancellations and visa-vacation disruptions leave travelers and their families scrambling to get home with rescue groups monitoring stranded citizens.

El Mencho’s Death Triggers Cartel Violence, Stranding Tourists in Puerto Vallarta
world4 months ago

El Mencho’s Death Triggers Cartel Violence, Stranding Tourists in Puerto Vallarta

The death of Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes after a Mexican military operation triggers widespread cartel violence across multiple states, including arson, blockades and clashes; Puerto Vallarta, a US tourist hotspot, experiences fires and a curfew as flights are canceled and travelers are stranded. The US and other governments urge shelter in place while authorities say roadblocks are being cleared; experts warn of possible retaliation and a leadership succession battle within CJNG.

Mexico's Puerto Vallarta Resort Ravaged by Hurricane Lidia's Category 4 Landfall
natural-disasters2 years ago

Mexico's Puerto Vallarta Resort Ravaged by Hurricane Lidia's Category 4 Landfall

Hurricane Lidia made landfall near Mexico's Puerto Vallarta as a Category 4 storm with winds of 140 mph. The storm moved inland, maintaining its strength as a powerful hurricane. Downed trees, power lines, and landslides were reported in Jalisco and Nayarit states. Lidia is expected to bring heavy rain and possible flash flooding to the region. No injuries or deaths have been reported so far.

Hurricane Lidia wreaks havoc on Mexico's Pacific coast and resorts
natural-disasters2 years ago

Hurricane Lidia wreaks havoc on Mexico's Pacific coast and resorts

Hurricane Lidia made landfall near Puerto Vallarta, Mexico as a Category 4 storm with winds of 140 mph. It is moving inland as a powerful hurricane, with life-threatening hurricane-force winds expected overnight. The storm is forecasted to bring heavy rains, flash flooding, and potential mudslides. Damaging winds, storm surge, and pounding surf are expected along the coast. No immediate reports of injuries or deaths have been received. Lidia is projected to reach Guadalajara as a Category 1 hurricane.

Mexico Braces for Devastation as Hurricane Lidia Strikes Pacific Coast
natural-disasters2 years ago

Mexico Braces for Devastation as Hurricane Lidia Strikes Pacific Coast

Hurricane Lidia made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane on Mexico's Pacific coast, threatening Puerto Vallarta and the surrounding region. The storm weakened to a Category 2 hurricane as it moved inland, but still posed a significant risk of life-threatening winds, flooding rainfall, and potential mudslides. The Mexican government issued hurricane and tropical storm warnings for various areas along the Pacific coast. Lidia's impact raised concerns for Puerto Vallarta, a popular tourist destination, which has previously faced issues of violent crime and gang activity.

"Mexico's Puerto Vallarta Braces for 'Extremely Dangerous' Hurricane Lidia"
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Mexico's Puerto Vallarta Braces for 'Extremely Dangerous' Hurricane Lidia"

Hurricane Lidia has strengthened into a major Category 3 hurricane as it approaches Puerto Vallarta along Mexico's Pacific coast. The storm is expected to make landfall with dangerous hurricane-force winds, heavy rain, and the potential for flash flooding and mudslides. The Mexican government has expanded its hurricane warning along the Pacific Coast, and preparations to protect life and property should be rushed to completion.

"Hurricane Lidia intensifies, poses threat to Puerto Vallarta and Mexico's Pacific coast"
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Hurricane Lidia intensifies, poses threat to Puerto Vallarta and Mexico's Pacific coast"

Hurricane Lidia has strengthened into a major Category 3 hurricane with winds of 115 mph as it heads towards Mexico's Pacific coast resort of Puerto Vallarta. The hurricane is expected to hit the bay where Puerto Vallarta is located after sweeping over Cabo Corrientes. Local authorities have canceled classes in coastal communities, and the U.S. National Hurricane Center has warned of possible flash flooding and storm surge.

"Mexico's Battle Against Hurricane Lidia: Yale Climate Connections Report"
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Mexico's Battle Against Hurricane Lidia: Yale Climate Connections Report"

Hurricane Lidia is expected to make landfall near Puerto Vallarta, Mexico as a Category 2 hurricane, with the potential to reach Category 3 strength. The storm is accompanied by strong winds, heavy rainfall, and the risk of storm surge, flash floods, and mudslides. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Max has already made landfall in Mexico, causing significant flash flooding. Typhoon Bolaven is battering the Northern Mariana Islands, bringing heavy rains and strong winds. Additionally, a tropical wave in the Atlantic is likely to develop into a tropical depression, while a disturbance in the Bay of Campeche is expected to bring heavy rains to the Gulf Coast and Southeast U.S.