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Why are drunk drivers in Mexico City taken to the ‘Little...
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.'
Mexican movies you need to watch: La Ley de Herodes
When it comes to a primer on Mexican cynicism about society, nothing tops Luis Estrada's 1999 classic about a naive janitor who becomes the corrupt mayor of a small town.
After crumbling in the 2017 earthquake, 17th century Puebla temple restored...
Only final touches remain in the project to rebuild the church's dome, which collapsed in the devastating Puebla earthquake.
The Irish defectors who fought for freedom and for Mexico
The story of the soldiers of the Saint Patrick's Battalion has all the hallmarks of an American legend — but they fought against the United States to safeguard their religious freedoms.
Happy birthday Benito Juárez, Mexico’s Abraham Lincoln
In all of Mexican history, one man stands above all as a titan of leadership. He would be 219 today.
Fundación Calosa: A beacon of contemporary art in the Bajío
Serious art is for everybody, as one Guanajuato arts group is proving with a brave, bold mission to bring art to the masses.
Who was Pedro Ramírez Vázquez, Mexico’s genius modernist?
Is it an iconic modernist building in Mexico City? It was probably designed by this man.
Caravana Quetzalcóatl: the Living Community Cultures movement rolls into Mexico
Culture lover from across Mexico can expect a visit from the traveling arts troupe.
In historic win for animal rights activists, Mexico City rewrites bullfighting rules
“Culture evolves, and we have the responsibility to transform it in favor of animal welfare," said Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada after the city passed legislation banning violence at bullfights.
Renowned Iranian artist Shadi Yousefian exhibiting now in Querétaro
The Iranian artist discusses migration, art, architecture and her love for Mexico as she unveils her retrospective in the Bajío.
Mexican movies you need to watch: El Jeramías
A touching tale of a child prodigy born in the wrong place, El Jeramías captures what's truly great about Mexico.
Fabián Cháirez free to exhibit ‘The Coming of the Lord,’ after Catholic groups lose legal bid
Catholic groups got a court to shut down Cháirez's religiously themed art show temporarily, but the same judge now says the suit has no merit.
Strengthening communities, culture and the planet in Oaxaca
In rural Oaxaca, an artesans collective is transforming the way their remote mountain communities live and thrive.
A gringo guide to the three queens of Mexican songwriting
In a country where music takes center stage, is it any surprise there's even more incredible musicians to learn about?
Looking at Mexico, Mexico Looks Back: a photography book review with excerpts
Sometimes, a picture is worth a thousand words, especially when it comes to baring the soul of a nation.
Originario: When Mexico’s past, future and kitsch collide
An Aztec god, some bright colors and a time-capsule to another age: all in a day's work for this Mexico City design team.
