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National Beach Cleanup Strategy aims to eliminate plastic pollution
The new environmental plan kicked off Thursday with a national beach cleanup day, in honor of World Environment Day.
Tropical Storm Barbara could take form off the Guerrero coast this...
Though the chances of the low-pressure system developing into a hurricane are low, it has the potential to dump potentially dangerous amounts of rain on Mexico's Pacific Coast.
AMLO breaks public absence to cast ballot in historic judicial vote
Former president Andrés Manuel López Obrador voted in Sunday's elections from Palenque, Chiapas, his first public appearance since finishing his six-year term eight months ago.
What’s on in Oaxaca in June?
While June is relatively calm before the storm of Oaxaca's busy Guelaguetza season in July, the city is still buzzing this month with exhibits, music, workshops and, of course, the city's Pride march.
Off the beaten track in Oaxaca city
In the streets and murals of Jalatlaco and Xochimilco, Oaxaca city's two oldest neighborhoods, writer Bethany Platanella finds the soul of the state's capital.
Tropical Storm Alvin forms off Pacific coast, heading for Baja
The first named storm of Pacific hurricane season is expected to bring wind, rain and heavy swell to coastal states from Michoacán up to Baja California Sur.
What I learned from traveling on the Maya Train
Whether you're going to Cancún, Palenque, Izamal or Chichén Itzá, Bel Woodhouse has travelled it — and she's got some tips.
Families of disappeared Ayotzinapa students call for dismissal of special prosecutor
Sheinbaum recently rebuked Gómez — who faces accusations of embezzlement and bribery — for saying the government is "searching for corpses."
Health Ministry confirms 6 cases of human screwworm infestations in Chiapas and Campeche
Meanwhile, Mexico's agriculture minister is negotiating with U.S. authorities to reopen cattle trade and coordinate mitigation efforts.
Teachers in Mexico just got a raise. Why are they protesting?
CNTE teachers are protesting around the country. What are their demands, and what does the strike mean for schools and families?
San Cristóbal de Las Casas: Where does all the water go?
In San Cristóbal de Las Casas, locals are fighting for the right to reliable potable water amid corporate extraction concessions, aging infrastructure and health risks.
Who were Mexico’s ‘Corn People’?
One of Mexico's oldest civilizations, their inventions — from chocolate to ballgames — impacted the cultures of later peoples like the Olmecs, Maya and Mexica.
Pacific hurricane season is officially underway. Are you prepared?
As hurricane season kicks off, officials are sharing safety tips and urging coastal residents to prepare.
