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Shadows, performance and community: Gothic Picnic took over southern Mexico City

Dark dances completed the ritual that brought the community together at the Gothic Picnic 2026 held in the Tláhuac district of Mexico City. This past May 24, enthusiasts of gothic culture traveled to the south of Mexico City to enjoy music, dance, poetry and theater, all within the framework of World Goth Day, celebrated every […]

Sonora puts Mexico among the world’s top culinary destinations, according to National Geographic

Amid deserts, mountains, and ancient agave traditions, the Mexican state of Sonora was included by National Geographic in its prestigious Best of the World 2026 list

Amid deserts, mountains, and ancient agave traditions, the Mexican state of Sonora was included by National Geographic in its prestigious Best of the World 2026 list, which recognizes some of the planet’s most extraordinary destinations to travel, explore, and eat. The international publication specifically highlights the resurgence of bacanora, an artisanal agave spirit deeply tied […]

CNTNTS makes Hot Pop for dancing from Mexico City

CNTNTS. Photo: Courtesy.

In Iztapalapa, Mexico City, an independent band is breaking down conventions with a musical genre never heard before, which they’ve dubbed “Hot Pop.” This group is called CNTNTS (pronounced continents) and brings with it an eclectic style that blends indie rock, pop, reggaeton, and electronic music. In an interview with Mexican Press Agency, María, lead […]

Tlaxcala Prepares Firefly Season, One of Mexico’s Most Iconic Natural Spectacles

Thousands of tiny lights shining through the forests of Tlaxcala will light up again this summer as part of Firefly Season 2026.

Thousands of tiny lights shining through the forests of Tlaxcala will light up again this summer as part of Firefly Season 2026, one of Mexico’s most important natural and tourism phenomena, which this year is expected to attract more than 120,000 national and international visitors. Mexico’s Minister of Tourism, Josefina Rodríguez Zamora, and the governor […]

From the Sierra Tarahumara to the Great Wall: Indigenous Mexican Athletes Conquer China

Forged among mountains, ravines, and dirt roads, five Indigenous Mexican athletes crossed the world to emerge victorious from one of the most demanding races on the planet: the Great Wall Marathon of China. Photo: great-wall-marathon.com

Forged among mountains, ravines, and dirt roads, five Indigenous Mexican athletes crossed the world to emerge victorious from one of the most demanding races on the planet: the Great Wall Marathon of China. Amid thousands of stone steps, impossible slopes, and a route that challenges even professional runners, the Mexicans from Rarámuri and Mixtec communities […]

U2 turns Mexico City into a global stage ahead of 2026 World Cup

The unexpected appearance of U2 in downtown Mexico City not only sparked excitement among hundreds of Mexican fans, but also once again positioned the capital as a cultural epicenter. Photo: Instagram @U2

The unexpected appearance of U2 in downtown Mexico City not only sparked excitement among hundreds of Mexican fans, but also once again positioned the capital as a cultural epicenter and a global reference point for world-class artists in the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup. The Irish band surprised audiences this week by secretly filming […]

ALMA and the migrant community shine at the Zaragoza Awards 2026 in Los Angeles

The identity, memory, and strength of the migrant community were on full display at the Zaragoza Awards 2026. Photo: Zaragoza Awards

Within the framework of Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Los Angeles, California, the identity, memory, and strength of the migrant community were on full display at the Zaragoza Awards 2026, a recognition that honors trajectories marked by resilience, service, and commitment to Mexico beyond its borders. Among those honored was ALMA (Alliance of Mexicans and […]