Thursday, April 3, 2025
Cans of Cororna Extra beer lying on a bed of large ice cubes

Trump announces new US tariffs on Mexican… beer

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Mexico didn't end up on Donald Trump's "liberation day" list of enemy countries, although the U.S. did impose tariffs on a surprising Mexican item: beer in cans.
Gabriela Ramos

Meet the Mexican economist who could be the next head of UNESCO

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Gabriela Ramos Patiño, a distinguished Mexican diplomat, would bring a strong commitment to economic and gender equality to the UN's top cultural agency.
A polluted Mexico City skyline with smog hampering visibility

Amid worsening air quality, Mexico City’s mayor pledges to lower emissions

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As Mexico City enters its fourth environmental contingency alert since January, Mayor Clara Brugada and the private sector signed an accord to improve the city’s notoriously poor air quality. 
Parked bikes.

Ecobici operator fined for failing to maintain its bike fleet in the capital

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Broken seats, loose chains, flat tires, faulty brakes and broken pedals are common complaints from users of Mexico City's popular public bicycle network.
city view of Phoenix, Arizona

Aeroméxico launches new nonstop Phoenix-Mexico City flight

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Aeroméxico and Delta have partnered to offer 2,000 round-trip seats a week between the Mexican capital and the United States' fifth largest city.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum talking to reporters during her daily press conference. She's standing at the presidential podium with her arms up and at her sides, her palms facing the camera.

Sheinbaum says her response to US tariffs will ‘strengthen Mexico’: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped

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"It's not a matter of saying, 'You're putting tariffs on us, we're putting tariffs on you,'" the president said.

What’s on in April in San Miguel de Allende?

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Learn about AI, embrace your inner mystic and prepare for Semana Santa as we bring you the very best events this month.
The national newspaper El Financiero asked 900 people in its latest poll of President Sheinbaum's popularity.

Six months in, President Sheinbaum’s approval rating remains sky high

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The March poll conducted by El Financiero detected an 83% approval rating for Sheinbaum, down two points compared to the 85% result in February.
Contramar fish grilled with red and green salsa on a charcoal grill

No dinner reservations? Make your own Contramar-style salsa grilled snapper instead

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It's Mexico City's best seafood spot — but if you can't get a table, why not try making your own dish at home?
Claudia Sheinbaum stands at the presidential podium during her daily press conference, talking about US tariffs

Sheinbaum ‘ready’ for US tariffs: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped

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On the eve of U.S. President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day," President Sheinbaum says Mexico is prepared with responses to whatever tariffs the U.S. may impose.
A plate of tacos al pastor being held in an unseen person's hand as they use their other hand to squeez lime juice onto the tacos

Mexicans spent nearly US $2.5B on tacos in 2024

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Thanks to international exposure and the convenience of food-delivery apps, the taco is more popular than ever in Mexico and around the world.
Los Alegres de Barranco band poses with instruments and cowboy hats

US revokes visas of Mexican band who paid homage to cartel boss ‘El Mencho’

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The band Los Alegres del Barranco is at the center of a heated controversy after paying tribute to notorious drug lord Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes during a recent concert.

Why are drunk drivers in Mexico City taken to the ‘Little Bull’?

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If you fail a breathalyzer at a Mexico City drunk driving checkpoint, you're headed for Miguel Hidalgo where you'll join the ranks of the stars and politicians who've spent 20 to 36 hours at 'El Torito.'
Kristi Noem and President Trump

Homeland Security Secretary outlines Trump’s ‘wishlist’ for Mexico to sidestep tariffs

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The list of requests was presented to President Sheinbaum by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who suggested Mexico may still be able to avoid tariffs before Wednesday.
A stack of tortillas with a hand at the top, pulling a couple of tortillas off the stack.

UNAM designs a ‘supertortilla’ to fight malnutrition in Mexico

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According to federal data, over 18% of Mexicans lack access to quality nutritional food, while obesity and diabetes are prevalent in Mexico.
Street in Oaxaca Historic Center

What’s on in Oaxaca in April?

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Music, art and double-whammy festivals like the Mezcal and Leatherworking Fair and Mezcal and Ice Cream Fair are waiting for you in and around Oaxaca city this month.