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Journalist Guillermo Barraza transforms into Amanda Drag to host "La Verdrag," Mexico's groundbreaking LGBTQ+ news program. The show gives voice to communities facing daily harassment while combining investigative reporting with uplifting interviews.
Mexico City just revealed a massive football mural spanning over 200 square meters, setting a Guinness World Record with nothing but brushes and acrylics. The stunning artwork celebrates Mexico's rich football heritage ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Mexico City just passed a law that regulates cell phones in schools without banning them outright. The new approach aims to cut distractions while keeping tech as a learning tool.
Mexico City's busiest airport is finishing a year-long renovation just in time to welcome millions of World Cup visitors in June. The upgraded terminal promises faster security lines and better comfort for all travelers.
A barren patch of salty earth in one of Mexico City's most underserved neighborhoods is now a thriving 90% survival-rate forest. Over 300 volunteers proved that purposeful design can create green magic anywhere.
A densely populated Mexico City neighborhood once considered too salty to support trees now boasts a thriving urban forest with 90% plant survival after just one year. Over 300 volunteers transformed bare ground into a living ecosystem using an innovative Japanese planting method.
National Geographic's "Best of the World" comes to life as Antoni Porowski takes viewers beyond tourist traps to discover authentic experiences in four iconic cities. The new series celebrates local culture and human connection across Paris, Mexico City, London, and New York.
Pop superstar Dua Lipa is releasing a live concert film and album recorded during three sold-out shows in Mexico City, calling the Mexican capital one of her favorite places in the world. The film premieres free on YouTube May 21, featuring 21 songs and special performances of classic Mexican hits.
Irish rock legends U2 turned Mexico City's historic center into an impromptu concert venue, performing their new song on a graffiti-covered school bus rolling through colonial streets. The surprise shoot supported a global youth soccer tournament giving street children a chance to shine.
Mexico City just transformed its 40-year-old light rail with 17 new electric trains, faster service, and a fresh look inspired by the city's iconic salamander. The upgraded "El Ajolote" line now moves a quarter million people daily in less time.
When concert tickets sold out in 40 minutes, Mexico's president stepped in to give heartbroken BTS fans something special. She brought the K-pop superstars to the National Palace balcony and promised they'd return in 2027.
K-pop sensation BTS brought 50,000 fans to Mexico City's historic Zocalo in under five hours after appearing on the National Palace balcony. The appearance came ahead of their concert, expected to generate over $100 million for the city.
Hundreds of volunteers brought Mexico's legendary 1862 victory to life in Mexico City, marking 164 years since a smaller Mexican force defeated Napoleon III's army. The annual celebration keeps national pride and resistance alive through living history. #
Hundreds gathered in Mexico City to reenact the legendary 1862 Battle of Puebla, keeping alive a cherished tradition that's now recognized as intangible cultural heritage. Families lined the streets as costumed performers recreated the moment Mexican troops defeated Napoleon's army.
La Malinche National Park in Tlaxcala offers an accessible yet peaceful escape for climbers and families, just 2.5 hours from Mexico City. This underrated volcanic peak is bringing outdoor adventure to Central Mexico without the crowds.
Mexico has named its first World Cup players, including 17-year-old Gilberto Mora who could become the youngest Mexican ever to play in the tournament. The team is building toward the 2026 World Cup, which kicks off June 11 in Mexico City.
As temperatures climbed into the low 90s during a week-long heat wave, Mexico City zoos handed out frozen treats tailored to each animal's diet. The popsicles keep giraffes, chimps, and bobcats cool while doubling as enrichment toys that encourage play.
Mexico City is transforming all 16 boroughs into World Cup party zones with free festivals, big screens, and family entertainment for the entire tournament. Mayor Clara Brugada wants to bring the celebration beyond the stadium and into every neighborhood.
A powerful new satellite is tracking Mexico City's land subsidence in real time, showing how advanced space technology can help cities protect millions of people from infrastructure damage. The mission proves we now have the tools to monitor Earth's changes like never before.
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