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Ernesto Pugibet sculpture in Plaza de San Juan, Mexico City

El Buen Tono: The tobacco company that sparked Mexico’s industrial modernization

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Owner Ernesto Pugibet wasn't a leading figure in Mexico's industrial era thanks only to his market-dominating tobacco products; he also ushered in a Mexican golden age of advertisements and visual culture.
Riders wait as an orange Mexico City Metro train pulls into the station

Get the most out of the CDMX Metro: How to ride...

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Our guide gives you the basics on riding Mexico City's affordable and comprehensive subway network, as well as where to find all the eyepopping art and archeology just sitting in its stations.
Colombian and Mexican flags waving side by side in the wind

Where can you find a taste of Colombia in Mexico City?

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The number of Colombian immigrants to Mexico has increased in noticeably in recent years, leading to a host of new restaurants and flavors, especially in Mexico City.
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Morras on Sports, a women's sporting collective in Mexico City

Mexico City’s Morras on Sports collective is ready for its World Cup moment

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The duo behind Morras on Sports sees the 2026 FIFA tournament's arrival this month as a high-profile chance to publicize their mission: to create safe spaces for women doing sports.
working at home

Work-from-home mandate renewed for Mexico City employees on Tuesday

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Classes in Mexico City schools will be suspended on game day and the president's decree urges, but doesn't force, businesses in the private sector to arrange teleworking for their employees.
merlin and knock-offs

Merlin the World Cup Duck is now a registered trademark

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Tired of companies "abusing a humble family" by profiting from her pet's name and image, Karla Gómez filed for trademark protecton, which ESPN reports has already been granted.
2025 Pride march in CDMX

One of Latin America’s largest Pride marches set for Mexico City Saturday

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Hundreds of thousands will participate, gathering at the Angel of Independence at 10 a.m. and proceeding along Paseo de la Reforma to the Historic Center.
Mexico´s soccer team tosses Guillermo ¨Memo¨ Ochoa in the air to celebrate after the Czechia World Cup match, the last game of his career.

Mexico beats Czechia 3-0, sealing a perfect finish in the World Cup group stage

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El Tri wrapped up the group stage without conceding a single goal, in a game that also served as a farewell for legendary keeper Memo Ochoa.
ley seca sign

Mexico City imposes a partial dry law for Wednesday, with alcohol sales banned in...

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The alcohol ban comes after 400,000 fans gathered at the Angel of Independence last Thursday.
Empty streets near Mexico City's central square

CNTE teachers’ union clears its camp in Mexico City. Did the Education Ministry pay...

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As Oaxaca-based Section 22 started cleaning up the mass encampment, rumors swirled asserting that the Sheinbaum administration had paid the teachers 800 million pesos (US $46 million) to end their weeks-long protest.
Skyline of Valle de Bravo, Mexico state

A new highway project better linking Mexico City to Zihuatanejo could reveal this Pueblo...

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A project to revamp Federal Highway 134 could make Zihuatanejo a much easier ride from Mexico City, and CDMX's favorite weekend getaway, Valle de Bravo, is conveniently right between both.
Yoga practitioners on mats

How to get the most out of International Yoga Day 2026 in Mexico City

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If you're spending International Yoga Day in Mexico City this month, here's the most relaxing and balanced itinerary imaginable, courtesy of capitalina Andrea Fischer.
Pastelería Ideal in Mexico City to go box for pastries

Going to the World Cup in Mexico City? Here’s where to eat and drink

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Mexico City is famed for its wealth of drinking and dining options, but for those visiting for the World Cup, there are a few signature stops that simply must be experienced.