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Made in Mexico: Octavio Paz and the search for a national...
Octavio Paz is not without his critics, but the Nobel Prize winning author and poet is an essential voice when it comes to understanding Mexican history and culture.
Why has Qatar dedicated 2026 to celebrating Mexico?
Qatar is set to celebrate the best of Mexican food and culture this year, but why is the Middle Eastern nation so interested in a country on the other side of the world?
Sheinbaum, joined by Salma Hayek, unveils tax incentive to boost film...
The 30% income tax credit aims to boost Mexican cinema, particularly independent productions, while diversifying content, promoting works in Indigenous languages and ensuring more transparent use of resources.
Million-dollar upgrades underway for Mexico’s museums, archaeological zones before World Cup
Mexico’s top cultural authorities are racing to ready dozens of landmarks before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with renovations to be carried out at 12 museums and 46 archaeological sites.
Pausing and nature: Hilda Palafox in New York
A new exhibition by Mexican artist Hilda Palafox in the Sean Kelly Gallery in New York showcases her passions for fire, femininity and nature.
MND Tutor | San Valentín
Amor and more amor are on the menu as we learn Spanish with MND Tutor this week!
From Royal Albert Hall to Mexican prisons: Elena Durán’s journey home
Elena Durán, the granddaughter of a Mexican immigrant to the U.S., has become world-famous as a flautist but has never forgotten her Mexican heritage or her childhood influences.
The Cantinflas challenge: History, humor and hanging on
Cantinflas is an iconic figure in Mexican cinema and his comedy, always from the point of view of the underdog, is still meaningful today.
For the first time, Portugal returns pre-Columbian artifacts to Mexico
The voluntary return of Maya, Zapotec and Western Mexican pieces continues a trend of cooperation between mostly European countries and Mexico's cultural authorities, such as INAH.
MND Local: San Miguel de Allende community roundup
San Miguel de Allende has a full calendar of events this February, including the 70th annual Feria de la Candelaria and much more.
Do Mexicans celebrate Valentine’s Day?
Impressing your Valentine's Day sweetie in Mexico City isn't difficult. You just need to follow a few simple steps.
Monday was the first-ever ‘Tigres del Norte Day’ in San Francisco, California
Mayor Daniel Lurie presented Los Tigres del Norte with the key to the city during a Monday ceremony celebrating the norteño band's trajectory and influence within San Francisco's immigrant community.
Sheinbaum’s latest ‘Boxing for Peace’ program enlists 5,000 fighters as paid youth mentors
The initiative will pay participating boxers a monthly salary of 9,500 pesos (approximately US $550) in exchange for teaching boxing classes to children and young people for at least one hour per day.
Photographer chronicles Mexico’s iconic VW Beetles in San Cristóbal exhibition
VW Beetles are part of the cityscape in San Cristóbal de las Casas, as photographer Paul O'Connor documents in his current exhibition.
Landmark works of Mexican art, unseen for 2 decades, go on view in Mexico City
The renowned Gelman Collection, featuring works by Tamayo, Izquierdo, Orozco, Siqueiros, Rivera and Kahlo, comes to the Museum of Modern Art in Chapultepec Park Feb. 17-May 17.
Veracruz Carnival comes to Mexico City bazaar this weekend
Taking place in Mexico City's Roma neighborhood, the spirit of Veracruz will come alive through events featuring live music, traditional dances, artistic expressions, creative workshops and a market.
