Mexico at a glance.
Sports
José Roberto Eguía Alcázar and his younger brother Cristian Guillermo both won gold medals in the K1-200 meters at the Nationals CONADE 2024, marking an emotional farewell for José Roberto after a decade of competition.
Politics
Mexico's Climate Change Commission recognizes "blue carbon" in coastal ecosystems and prioritizes their protection for carbon capture. This strengthens national climate policy and positions Mexico as a leader in ocean conservation for climate change mitigation.
Cuisine
Syrah, once obscure, rose to fame thanks to quality and value. Explore its journey from bold Rhone wines to elegant expressions and global variations. Learn more about the science of terroir and discover how Syrah's character changes with climate and aging.
Health
Eating disorders are more than anorexia and bulimia. Risky behaviors like restrictive diets and excessive exercise can lead to serious health problems. These behaviors are common but often unnoticed, causing underdiagnosis.
Science
Scientists behind the 1st black hole image are building a global telescope network to film black holes. This "movie" will capture how these cosmic giants change, revealing secrets about gravity and the universe's behavior.
Cuisine
Journey through time and smoke! Unravel the story of longaniza, a humble Yucatecan sausage. From Mayan rituals to smoky magic, discover how this pork dish embodies resilience, tradition and fiery flavor.
Cuisine
Curious about eggs? Learn the science behind folding egg whites to maintain their airy structure, the benefits of room-temperature eggs for baking, and the perfect method to boil, scramble, or fry eggs. Understand egg carton dates and tips for freezing surplus eggs, unlocking their full potential.
Crime
Mexico struggles to fight human trafficking. Weak law enforcement lets criminals act freely. Victims need more than just legal justice; they need social support to heal. Laws exist to protect victims, but there's not enough money to enforce them.
Cuisine
Flaxseed is a nutritional powerhouse. Packed with fiber, protein and omega-3s, it can fight disease and aid digestion. Grind and add it to smoothies, burgers, or use as an egg substitute for a healthy superfood boost.
Science
Mexican researchers ditch boring drug testing with a biomimetic, sausage-loving artificial stomach! This "stomach in a bottle" mimics real stomach movement to test how meds dissolve, paving the way for a future of tastier (well, not really) and more accurate drug testing.
Science
AI reflects existing inequalities and replicates capitalist divisions of labor. Experts say AI can empower gig workers if they have access to their data to understand and fight exploitation by platforms like Uber.
Politics
A Mexican congressman proposes reforms to Agrarian Law to establish federal strategies to mitigate droughts' effects on agriculture and support producers with seeds and fertilizers. He argues droughts harm the sector and expects them to impact crops.
History
Declassified DFS documents offer a glimpse into a strange filing system. Reports like "President's Daily Briefing" with intrigue and "Cliff's Notes on Local Unrest" for presidential visits reveal how the DFS categorized and monitored information to control the narrative.
Science
AI is no longer covert tech, it's a powerful tool interacting with us. Experts discuss how AI can benefit society but also raise concerns about bias and lack of regulation. Universities are considered key to ensuring ethical development and proposing frameworks to govern AI for the common good.
History
Mexico's shadowy DFS used a secret code since 1947. Imagine grocery lists as coded messages. The President himself approved this system with numbered letters based on keywords. Destroyed messages and a tense political climate reveal the lengths they went to keep secrets safe.
Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen battles a sargassum seaweed invasion amid delays in naval operations due to weather and erosion. Manual beach cleanup persists until tides stabilize, offering hope for resuming heavy machinery use against the persistent seaweed menace.