Rolling Blackouts in Mexico

Mexico experienced rolling blackouts due to high temperatures and temporary drops in electrical power generation. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador faced embarrassment as state-owned power plants failed, while private power generation was limited.

Feral Cats in Mexico's National Palace

Nineteen feral cats roam Mexico's National Palace and have been declared 'living fixed assets' by the government, ensuring they receive care and food for life.

Climate Change Impact in Mexico's Presidential Election

Mexico is facing severe climate change impacts such as sea-level rise, droughts, and deadly heat, but presidential candidate Claudia Sheinbaum is not focusing on climate change in her campaign despite being an environmental scientist. The current president, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, has prioritized fossil fuel production, leading to criticism from climate experts. The country is experiencing a worsening water crisis, making it harder for leaders to ignore climate threats.

Protest at Mexico City's National Palace

Protesters rammed down the doors of Mexico City's National Palace to protest the abduction and murder of 43 students a decade ago. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador called it a provocation, while downplaying its seriousness.

Military Training Accident in Mexico

Seven National Guard recruits drowned in an army training accident in Mexico, raising questions about military training for civilian law enforcement work.

Mexico's Presidential Election

Claudia Sheinbaum, the candidate for Mexico's governing party, holds a commanding lead in the polls over her opposition, Xóchitl Gálvez, ahead of the upcoming presidential election. Sheinbaum is seen as an enigma to many Mexicans, closely following the policies and persona of the current president, Andrés Manuel López Obrador. The race highlights the dominance of López Obrador in Mexican politics, with the opposition struggling to compete. Sheinbaum's campaign emphasizes the continuation of López Obrador's policies while hinting at potential differences in governing style and focus areas. The election is set for June 2nd.