Humberto J. Rocha

Carbon markets reporter @Dow Jones, freelancer, photographer

Currently based in London

Twitter: @hjrocha94

coronavirus

The port of entry at the Laredo - Nuevo Laredo crossing on Nov. 7.

For NACLA: New Life in Laredo as the Border Reopens

December 09, 2021

For nearly two years during the pandemic, Mexicans could not cross the Rio Grande for shopping, tourism, or family visits. Border cities dependent on their business were hit hard but have hope now that the travel ban has been lifted.

Texas to England: on lost ramen and newfound student debt

September 26, 2020

On arriving to the UK just in time for new covid restrictions and nearly being locked out of your room your first hour there.

A future Class of 2029 makes the virtual leap to 4th grade

May 28, 2020

Every achievement is worthy of a celebration.

Rumbo a CDMX

George Bush Intercontinental Airport, May 9

Mexico City subway from the future vibes (Dulles Airport, D.C.) on May 9

In another time, I would have been first in line at Pappasito's (Bush Airport, Houston)

Missed connection: D.C. to Houston

May 10, 2020

Flying from a D.C. lockdown to a Texas re-opening (to help back home).

Long lines at grocery stores in Valencia, Spain.

"Dear Madrid, We will huge you again, soon. Meanwhile, take good care of yourselves."

“You're way behind,” Europeans to Americans amidst COVID-19 pandemic

March 15, 2020

Spanish, French and English friends on what life is like - and will most likely be like - as coronavirus shuts down cities and countries.