Events
Health
5 Exercises to Keep (an Aging Body) Strong and Fit
Declines in muscle and bone strength start earlier than you might think. Build a smart workout habit now. Strengthen the lower body: Squats and stairs. “Injuries happen when you’re fatigued, and your muscles can’t react as quickly,” Dr. Feeley said. Squats help prevent this fatigue by strengthening the large muscles [……]
Akumal Foodie
The Overlooked Radish :(
Often overlooked at the supermarket, radishes are a group of root vegetables with light-colored flesh, variable skin color (red, black, white, yellow, pink, pale green, or purple), peppery flavor and crunchy texture. Their shape varies from short and round to long and narrow. Domesticated species for all types of radishes [……]
Interesting Facts
8 Iconic Album Covers
The experience of listening to and collecting music has changed over the years, but one major reason the 12″ LP will never die? The primacy of eye-catching cover art. Here are eight iconic album covers and the stories behind them. 1: Elvis Presley: “Elvis Presley” (1956) Credit: Michael Ochs Archives via Getty [……]
Health
Tips to Protect Your Memory
As we age, our memory declines. This is an ingrained assumption for many of us; however, according to neuroscientist Dr. Richard Restak, a neurologist and clinical professor at George Washington Hospital University School of Medicine and Health, decline is not inevitable. The Complete Guide to Memory: The Science of Strengthening [……]
Culture
That Mexican Wedding
By definition, destination weddings involve getting married far from home. Many couples in the U.S. are now choosing to have their wedding in Mexico because it is comfortable, and direct flights are available from most major cities. This means less travel time, lower airfare costs, and more vacation days for [……]
News
New Bus and Train Station Coming to Bacalar
Grupo ADO has announced the construction of a new bus terminal in Bacalar. The new facility will replace the nearly 20-year-old station, which is not much more than a ticketing booth. Currently, buses to and from Bacalar park on the side of the highway to load and unload passengers — a [……]
Events
Shirt Night – January 2024
A windy First Friday at La Buena Vida brought out a few locals for shirt night. LBV was very busy, but we all managed to get together for a fun time. Gareth won for best shirt. His T-Shirt with a saying apropos for this time of year caught the eyes [……]
Akumal Foodie
Enchiladas Suizas: The History & Recipe
Enchiladas are tacos smothered in sauce and there are many different types, but the tangy and gooey version known as enchiladas suizas is a classic Mexican favorite. But have you ever wondered what could be Swiss about corn tortillas stuffed with shredded chicken, smothered in green salsa, and topped with [……]
Health
NPR Puzzle: Silent Letters – February 2024
THE WEEKLY QUIZ FROM NPR PUZZLEMASTER WILL SHORTZ https://www.npr.org/2024/01/07/1223294475/sunday-puzzle-silent-letters On-air challenge: Every answer is a word that starts with a silent letter. Identify the words from their anagrams. Ex. TANG –> GNAT 1. BONK 2. HANGS 3. LAMPS 4. NAKED 5. SHIRE 6. ETHNOS 7. DANGLER 8. CNN MIMEO