Mexico - Page 45

February 9, 2024

Super Bowl party dynasty forged by giant berry from Mexico and its creamy green dip

Avocados and guacamole, the creamy green dip made from the giant Mexican berry, are a Super Bowl party dynasty. A confluence of trends fueled the fruit's rise to popularity.

February 7, 2024

Monarch butterflies wintering in Mexico at second-lowest level on record

The level at which migratory monarch butterflies are wintering in Mexico has reached its second-lowest level since recordkeeping began following a 59% drop over last year.

February 5, 2024

4 bus and taxi drivers shot to death in violent southern Mexico city

Workers in the transportation industry, including bus drivers, taxi drivers, and truckers, have come under increasing threat from gangs over protection payments.

February 4, 2024

Feds seize 1.4 metric tons of liquid heroin in Oregon, arrest 4 linked to Mexico-based drug trafficking ring

Authorities in Oregon seized eight barrels of liquid heroin that were being transported into the state by suspects linked to a crime ring in Mexico.

February 2, 2024

Mexican drag newscaster makes history in conservative, Catholic culture

Mexican journalist Guillermo Barraza broadcasts in drag under the guise of Amanda, challenging traditions in conservative Mexican society.

February 1, 2024

Maine man gets 48 years for killing girlfriend in hit-and-run, fleeing to Mexico

Raymond Lester, 37, of Portland, Maine, has been sentenced to 48 years in prison for the 2022 hit-and-run death of his girlfriend, Nicole Mokeme.

January 31, 2024

Federal court once again suspends bullfights in Mexico City, as activists and supporters lock horns

Bullfighting, only recently returned to Mexico City, was temporarily halted by a court injunction, as supporters and opponents clashed in the legal arena.

January 31, 2024

Mexico's president condemns reports of an old US investigation into alleged drug campaign donations

Although allegations emerged that AMLO's 2006 campaign had received funds from drug traffickers, no concrete proof was ever found.

January 30, 2024

Indonesia arrests 3 Mexican nationals after tourist shot in alleged robbery

Three Mexican nationals have been arrested in Indonesia after allegedly perpetrating an armed robbery that left a Turkish tourist badly wounded.

January 27, 2024

Mexico demands answers amid flood of US military-grade weapons to drug cartels

Mexican officials have pursued a lawsuit against American gun manufacturers for their role in helping arm the various cartels and empower them in their war against authorities.