Classic Volkswagen Beetles in Mexico City

Classic Volkswagen Beetles, known as “vochos” in Mexico, continue to be popular in the outskirts of Mexico City despite dwindling in numbers after production ceased. Drivers cherish their Beetles for their affordability, power, and sentimental value.

Gender Violence in Mexico City

Mexico City has a serious problem of gender violence with 10 femicides a day and 40% of Mexican women experiencing violence before the age of 15. The government's measures have fallen short, and major reforms are needed for women's safety. The women-only metro cars have had limited success in reducing sexual harassment.

Pro-Palestinian Protesters Swarm Israeli Embassy in Mexico City

Pro-Palestinian protesters in Mexico City swarmed the Israeli embassy, throwing rocks and setting fires. The unrest resulted in injuries to police officers and journalists. The incident followed an Israeli attack on a Hamas position near a refugee camp in Rafah.

Protest at Israeli Embassy in Mexico City

Police clashed with protesters at 'Action for Rafah' event in Mexico City, resulting in rioters setting fire to the Israeli Embassy during a protest against Israeli military operation in Rafah. Unrest led to injuries and burning of several people.

Mexico City Water Crisis

Mexico City is facing a severe water crisis due to a combination of climate change, urban sprawl, and poor infrastructure. The city's water supply is rapidly dwindling, with key reservoirs at historically low levels and the possibility of 'Day Zero' looming. The situation is exacerbated by corruption, drought, and inadequate water management.

Taquería El Califa de León earns first Michelin star in Mexico City

Taquería El Califa de León in Mexico City earned its first Michelin star, becoming the first taco stand to achieve this feat in Mexico. Customers now wait at least two hours for the award-winning tacos.

Mexican Taco Stand Awarded Michelin Star

A tiny taco stand in Mexico City, Tacos El Califa de León, becomes the first Mexican taco stand to receive a Michelin star for its simple yet high-quality tacos made with seared meat on a super-hot grill. The stand, which has been operating since 1968, maintains its authenticity and refuses to change despite the recognition.

Michelin Star Awarded to El Califa de Leon Taqueria in Mexico City

El Califa de Leon, a hole-in-the-wall taqueria in Mexico City, is awarded a Michelin star for its exceptional Gaonera taco, created with love and effort. The restaurant, founded over 50 years ago, specializes in just four types of tacos and has limited seating.

Mexican Authorities Raid Chinese Mafia-Run Brothel and Casino in Mexico City

Authorities in Mexico City raided a high-end brothel and casino allegedly run by the Chinese Mafia in the city’s historic downtown area. Several Chinese nationals were arrested, and evidence of sexual trafficking, drug distribution, and illicit gambling was found during the raid.

Kindness Changing Lives in Mexico City

Joy Diaz's family, who lived in extreme poverty in Mexico City, had their lives changed when a man named Jack Bloxham gifted them money to buy a house, allowing them to move into a middle-class neighborhood and afford college tuition. This act of kindness had a lasting impact on generations to come.

Indictment of Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife on bribery charges

Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife have been indicted on bribery and money laundering charges for allegedly accepting bribes from an Azerbaijan-based energy company and a bank in Mexico City between 2014 and 2021 to advance the former Soviet republic's interests in the U.S. Cuellar's fellow Democrat Rep. Dean Phillips called on him to resign, citing low trust in government.

Water Crisis in Mexico City

Mexico City faces water crisis as neighborhoods are forced to ration water due to drought; experts warn of 'day zero' by June.

Current Events

Ramadan begins amid ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, Haiti extends state of emergency due to gang attacks, Oppenheimer wins big at Academy Awards, point-of-sale donations on the rise, bullfighting returns to Mexico City after ban overturned, Alaska Airlines inspects Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft.

Emergency Landing of United Airlines Jetliner in Los Angeles

A United Airlines jetliner heading to Mexico City from San Francisco made an emergency landing in Los Angeles due to a hydraulics issue, marking the fourth emergency involving a United Airlines flight that week. No injuries were reported.

Bullfighting in Mexico City

Bullfighting returns to Mexico City after Supreme Court overturns ban; female bullfighters challenge traditional gender roles in a centuries-old tradition

Student Protest at National Palace in Mexico City

Students in Mexico City used a truck to damage the National Palace in protest of the abduction and murder of 43 students a decade ago.

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.

Protest at Mexico City's National Palace

Protesters rammed down the wooden doors of Mexico City's National Palace to protest the abduction and murder of 43 students. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador called the protest a provocation but downplayed its seriousness.

Protest at Mexico's Presidential Palace over Missing Students

Protesters in Mexico City broke down the door of the presidential palace with a truck, demanding answers for the 43 college students who went missing in 2014. The president promised an honest investigation into the case but mentioned it would not be complete before he leaves office this year.

Missing Air Force Veteran in Mexico City

Air Force veteran John Gamboa has been missing in Mexico City for over two weeks. His family is desperately seeking information on his whereabouts.

Water Crisis in Mexico City

Mexico City is facing a severe water crisis due to drought and low rainfall, leading to water shortages for over 21 million residents. The city's infrastructure and historical geography are contributing to the critical situation.

Water Shortage in Mexico City and Pro-Bolsonaro Rally in Sao Paulo

Abnormally low rainfall and aging infrastructure cause a severe water shortage in Mexico City. Tens of thousands rally for Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro in Sao Paulo.

Water Shortage in Mexico City

Mexico City is facing a water shortage due to poor infrastructure and climate change, which could worsen if rain doesn't arrive soon.

Wild Brawl Among Fans at UFC's Mexico City Event

A wild brawl among fans at UFC's Mexico City event nearly upstaged the fights in the Octagon. The chaotic scene lacked security, with at least one fan getting knocked out cold. UFC President Dana White described it as one of the craziest things he had ever seen. However, not all fights were negative, as Brandon Royval defeated Brandon Moreno in a thrilling split-decision fight.

Massive Brawl at UFC Fight Night in Mexico City

A massive brawl broke out in the stands during the UFC Fight Night in Mexico City, with one fan getting knocked out cold. Security did not intervene, and UFC President Dana White called it one of the craziest things he's ever seen.

Water Crisis in Mexico City

Mexico City is facing a severe water crisis due to a combination of factors including climate change, leaky infrastructure, and over-extraction of the underground aquifer. Residents are experiencing prolonged water shortages, with some neighborhoods facing the possibility of 'day zero' when taps run dry. Experts warn that urgent measures are needed to address the escalating crisis.

Protests in Mexico City in Support of the National Electoral Institute

Huge crowds protest in Mexico City in support of the National Electoral Institute against President Lopez Obrador's attempts to weaken it ahead of the upcoming presidential election in June. Lopez Obrador has sent constitutional reforms to Congress that would overhaul the INE, but protests argue it is an attempt to concentrate power in his party's government.