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Prized Aztec codex returns to Mexico on loan
A valuable 16th-century Aztec manuscript, held by France for nearly two centuries, is now on display in Mexico City as part of a loan to commemorate 200 years of diplomatic relations. Mexico is actively seeking its permanent return.
Nigerian authorities have arrested an alleged Mexican drug kingpin, Arturo Carrera Loaiza, at Lagos international airport. The arrest led to the discovery of a suspected industrial-scale methamphetamine laboratory.
US and Mexico agencies announce new collaborative strategy to combat drones used by criminal organizations. First phase of operation took place along the border between San Diego and Tijuana, Mexico.
Three men are on trial for the murder of two Australian surfers and an American in Baja California, Mexico in 2024. The brothers Jake and Callum Robinson, aged 30 and 33, respectively, and their 30-year-old American friend Jack Carter Rhoad were shot dead after being robb…
Mexican authorities arrest a suspect in the killing of a social media influencer during a live stream in Culiacan, Sinaloa state. The influencer, Cesar Gastelum, was killed by a gunman who appeared to fire a gun directly at him while livestreaming with two friends.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed optimism she can reach a trade deal with US President Donald Trump as her chief negotiator leads talks in Washington, just after negotiations between the US and Canada collapsed.
Pemex and Petrobras Bet Big on High-Risk High-Reward Drilling Off Mexico
Pemex and Petrobras are investing heavily in high-risk, high-reward drilling off Mexico's coast, aiming to boost oil production and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers.
A survey by the International Research Project 'Inter Nations' has ranked the top 10 countries for a low-cost, high-income, and better quality of life. The survey considered factors such as quality of life, ease of settling in, working, and earning a living, as well as di…
Duro Felguera Se Dispara Un 37% En Bolsa Tras Volver A Beneficios En El Primer Semestre
Duro Felguera's shares surged nearly 37% in the stock market after the company announced a net profit of 241.8 million euros in the first six months of the year, exiting the red numbers of 26 million euros in the same period last year.
Mexico's extortion level has hit an 11-year high, with over 6,500 victims reported in the first six months of the year. The crime has persisted despite a decline in homicides and kidnappings.
Canada's migrant worker program is accused of being abusive, with workers reporting rat-infested rooms and verbal abuse. The program relies on migrant farmworkers from the Caribbean and Mexico, who face hazardous conditions and limited access to healthcare.
Mexico Is Betting on Biofuel to Tackle Its Seaweed Crisis
Mexico is exploring the conversion of sargassum seaweed, which is inundating its Caribbean coast, into biofuel. This initiative aims to address both an environmental crisis and create a new, sustainable energy source.
Andres Manuel Lopez Beltran, son of former Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, has accused the US of revoking his visa in a politically motivated manoeuvre.
A Mexican grocery chain, BBB Foods, has a business model similar to Trader Joe's and Aldi, with a focus on private-label products, small store sizes, and a treasure hunt effect. The company has delivered strong results since going public in 2024, with same-store sales gro…
Mexico's football federation has publicly declared its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, breaking ranks with CONCACAF amidst growing criticism of his leadership.
Ex-Mexican governor held for allegedly destroying evidence tied to 43 missing students
Former Guerrero state governor arrested on charges of obstruction of justice and forced disappearance in connection with missing students from Ayotzinapa Rural Teachers College.
A Mexican social media influencer was shot dead while streaming live on social media outside a restaurant in Sinaloa state, where cartel and gang violence is rife. The victim, Cesar Gastelum, had more than 600,000 followers on TikTok.
A Group of Migrants Riot at a Detention Center in Tapachula, Mexico
A group of migrants, mostly Cubans and Venezuelans, rioted at a detention center in Tapachula, Mexico, demanding their release and protesting against their treatment. The riot escalated, and authorities had to intervene to restore order.
Antonio Oseguera Cervantes, brother of slain cartel leader 'El Mencho', pleaded guilty to conspiring to traffic cocaine and methamphetamine into the United States.
Mexican cartels have outsourced methamphetamine production to Nigeria, with labs discovered in the country's forests. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested several suspects, including Mexicans, in connection with the labs.
Mexican drug kingpin Ismael ‘El Mayo’ Zambada was sentenced to life in prison in the US after a plea deal last year. He admitted to shipping millions of kilograms of cocaine over decades as leader of the Sinaloa Cartel.
Mexico-based companies raised $944 million in Q2, up 131% compared to last year's Q2, and up 136% from the $401 million raised in this year's first quarter, per Crunchbase data. Brazil-headquartered startups raised $350 million in Q2 2026, down 11% from the $363 million r…
Mexico's health and agricultural ministries are investigating a large outbreak of cyclosporiasis linked to iceberg lettuce grown in Mexico and sold at Taco Bell. The CDC has reported around 100 hospitalizations of people becoming sick with the parasitic infection after ea…
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum will attend the World Cup final at President Trump's invitation, despite months of verbal sparring between the two leaders.
A strong 7.3-magnitude earthquake hit off southern Mexico, causing tsunami warnings but no immediate major damage. People in neighboring Guatemala and El Salvador evacuated buildings and sought shelter as aftershocks were felt in the region.
A strong earthquake struck the southern Mexican Pacific coast on Friday, right on the border with Guatemala, and was felt from Mexico City to El Salvador. Authorities have not immediately reported any severe damage or casualties in any country and a tsunami alert issued w…
A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak has sickened thousands of people, and a source says a traceback investigation by the FDA identified a single supplier of iceberg lettuce from Mexico, Taylor Farms, that was used by Taco Bell locations in five states.
Japan is set to receive its first shipment of Mexican crude oil since the start of the Iran-U.S. war. The tanker carrying the oil is expected to arrive in Japan as early as Friday.
The US and Mexico are heading for a confrontation over President Claudia Sheinbaum's refusal to arrest Mexican officials charged with drug corruption. The US Justice Department has indicted 10 current and former officials, including the governor of Sinaloa state, Rubén Ro…
Mexico will request criminal charges over 17 Mexicans who died in ICE custody or during immigration enforcement operations by the Trump administration. The request will be submitted to state prosecutors' offices and the U.S. Department of Justice, asking them to consider …