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Whale watching do’s and don’ts
From the coasts of Oaxaca to the shore of Baja California, how should you see these marvels of nature responsibly?
State by Plate: Dishes of Chiapas
Mexico's most southern state has a rich culinary tradition as old as the culture that lives there.
Oaxaca artisans accuse U.S. brands of stealing traditional designs
The Culture Ministry promised to initiate immediate legal proceedings against the brands accused of plagiarizing Mixtec intellectual property.
LiDAR study sheds light on ‘lost’ Zapotec city in southern Oaxaca
For years, the Guiengola Archaeological Zone was believed to have been simply a fortress for housing soldiers. In fact, it was a thriving, expanding and fortified city.
What’s on in Oaxaca in February?
Nudity, a mole festival, a celebration of pet eels and plenty more mean that Mexico's cultural heart is beating stronger than ever.
Hours before Trump’s inauguration, 1,500-strong migrant caravan departs from Chiapas
The migrants plan to continue north later today, despite reports that the Trump administration has already disabled the asylum appointment booking app CBP One.
Acapulco looks to jump-start its tourism industry as hurricane recovery enters a new phase
The federal government will take charge of a new tourism district, encompassing the coastal area northwest of the city.
Good news! Monarch migration is up in Michoacán
The migrating monarchs got to Mexico late this year, but their numbers are up, say caretakers at the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve.
What’s on in Oaxaca in January?
From Cuban beats to local honey and wild parties, Oaxaca has no shortage of energy for the start of 2025.
How to see Oaxaca on a budget
It's one of Mexico's must-see states, but how do you travel Oaxaca with limited funds?
Mismanagement to blame for massive fish die-offs, Guerrero fishermen say
To keep the the reservoir healthy, dam operator Mexhidro must periodically release water that could otherwise be used to generate electricity.
Mass graves discovered at Mexico’s northern, southern borders
The graves discovered in Chiapas and Chihuahua contained the bodies or remains of an estimated 29 people.
Mexico’s quirkiest Christmas tradition returns, drawing over 140 participants
Christmas magic — and cash — grows from radishes in Oaxaca, where a quirky tradition draws the state's most creative sculptors.
