Five Minutes Faster at Acreimex 21k
After missing Acreimex Half Marathon 2025 with injury, I returned in 2026 with a 1:27:44 Strava half-marathon best effort, a 1:30:07 chip time on a long course, and a 5:15 improvement over 20 km.
Insights & Investigations
Schizophrenia and Crime: What Research Shows
Schizophrenia and crime research shows elevated relative risk of violent offending among people with schizophrenia spectrum disorders, especially when substance misuse, prior violence, treatment disruption, or acute symptoms are present. The same research also shows higher victimization risk. Diagnosis alone is not a threat assessment.
Stronger Every Session; Post-Workout Recovery the Plant-Based Way
his article explains why smart post-workout recovery matters, how timing, hydration, and clean plant-based protein help rebuild muscle, and why many athletes now prefer vegan options for lighter digestion and steady energy. It offers simple, practical steps to turn every workout into better long-term results and more consistent training performance.
What Is a Cartel in Mexico? Definition, History, and How It Works Today
This guide explains what a cartel in Mexico really is, how the term differs from organized crime in law, and how today’s networks operate across drugs, extortion, and finance. You’ll get history, legal context, and credible sources—written by an investigations professional with cross-border experience to help you understand risks and policy choices.
Among Enemies Review: Travel Security Lessons for Mexico and LATAM
Luke Bencie’s Among Enemies still has value for business travelers, especially on behavior, devices, and routine exposure. From a Mexico and LATAM risk perspective, the book works best as a travel security reset, not as a full cyber-travel guide for 2026.
How Red Teaming Improves Strategy and Security Across Sectors
Red Teaming is a structured, critical-thinking method that simulates adversarial perspectives to improve strategy, resilience, and decision-making. This post offers a practical guide to its implementation, key tools, and real-world use in sectors like cybersecurity, defense, and policy. Based on proven frameworks and expert sources, it delivers clear insights and actionable advice.
The History of Mexican Drug Cartels: Origins, Evolution, and Impact
This expert article traces the rise of Mexican drug cartels from early smuggling to global crime networks. Learn how their evolution affects security, policy, and society today.
Common Law vs. Civil Law: Key Differences in Criminal Investigations
Criminal investigations follow different rules depending on whether they take place in a common law or civil law system. In common law jurisdictions, police operate independently, while civil law systems emphasize judicial oversight. This article explores key differences in investigative procedures, forensic analysis, and prosecution strategies worldwide.
City of London Police vs Metropolitan Police: Key Differences Explained
The City of London Police and the Metropolitan Police Service have distinct jurisdictions, responsibilities, and uniforms. This post explores their history, governance, and operational differences, including financial crime investigations, counter-terrorism, and public order policing. Learn how these two forces work together to maintain safety and security in London.
The Cash Machine: A Unique Blend of Fiction and Financial Lessons
This review explores The Cash Machine, a novel that teaches financial literacy through storytelling. Covering credit cards, investing, and smart money habits, it’s a must-read for those looking to learn finance in an engaging way.