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Article Title: Rescue firms tap grim market of Mexico kidnaps
Snippet of Article: "...As kidnappings soar in Mexico, U.S. companies and well-to-do Mexican families are turning to private American firms to rescue their employees and loved ones from brutal criminal gangs.
The U.S.-based companies that specialize in resolving kidnappings say they now handle far more cases in Mexico than anywhere else in the world. ..."
Article Title: U.S. Issues New Alert For Travelers Visiting These Popular Beach Destinations in Mexico
Snippet of Article: "A Level 2 advisory urges travelers to exercise caution in winter hotspots like Cabo, Tulum, and Puerto Vallarta. ...snowbirds heading south should first consider a few warnings from the embassy there.
The U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Mexico released a notice last week to winter season travelers heading to the country, alerting them to possible dangers like crime and making sure they are aware of local laws. ... the embassy said travelers should be aware of road checkpoints, some set up by law enforcement and some set up by criminals with the goal of extorting money. ..."
Article Title: States vary in how federal workers would pay back unemployment Snippet of Article: "...Federal workers collecting...
