Mexico at a glance.
Sports
PVEM deputy María del Rocío Corona Nakamura advocates for a legislative amendment to enhance safety in Mexican sports stadiums. The proposal aims to deter violence, ensure fan integrity, and sustain local economies tied to sporting events through strict penalties and a culture of peace and respect.
Sports
Rising rowing star André Emil Simsch Flores dominates CONADE Nationals with 3 golds and 1 silver. The 22-year-old aims for Under-23 Worlds and dreams of Olympic glory, finding his passion on the water after switching from swimming.
Sports
Mexico's volleyballers edged out Chile in a thrilling Pan Am Cup opener! After dominating early, they fought back from a 2-2 tie to win the 5th set. Next up: a fiery clash against the USA!
Sports
Mexico's boxing team trains in France for Paris 2024 under coach Vargas. Marco Verde, Miguel Martinez, Citlalli Ortiz, and Fatima Herrera aim for Olympic glory with their unique fighting styles.
Sports
Mexico's taekwondo star Carlos Sansores trains in Barcelona for Paris Olympics. He highlights team spirit, grueling training, and family support. Sansores aims for gold, urging fans to cheer on all Mexican athletes in their Olympic quests.
Sports
Mexican divers Osmar Olvera and Juan Celaya Hernandez train intensely for Paris 2024 Olympics. Olvera, a rising star, seeks to improve on his 14th place finish in Tokyo. Celaya, a seasoned athlete, aims to surpass his 4th place finish in synchronized diving.
Politics
Mexico's Navy is playing a bigger role in public safety and government projects. Its budget has grown significantly, and it's now involved in building infrastructure and protecting strategic areas. The military's presence on the streets is extended until 2028.
Mexico City
Mexico City's growing popularity of bicycles and motorcycles for commuting creates traffic chaos and safety concerns. Lack of education and respect for traffic laws among cyclists and motorcyclists is blamed for the rise in accidents.
Biodiversity
40% of Earth's soil is degraded, threatening food and water security. Soil contamination is a major problem, but treatable with bioremediation (using microbes to clean). Different methods work for various contaminants.
Biodiversity
Climate change heats up Mexico's agriculture, slashing rain-fed crop yields by up to 80%. Corn, beans, wheat — all feeling the heat. New resistant crops and better research funding offer hope.
Cuisine
Fiddlehead ferns, spring's fleeting treasure, are enjoyed for their asparagus-like taste and delightful crunch. Found in forests or shops, these tightly coiled fronds demand gentle treatment (blanch and sauté).
Science
Mexican telescope and int. team find a 2nd Earth-sized planet orbiting ultracool dwarf star. Unlike TRAPPIST-1 system, this one is a solo act. The harsh environment likely makes it unlivable, but discovery hints at variety in these strange star systems.
Cuisine
Three types of fat and melted butter create the perfect chewy sugar cookie. Science explains the crackly tops and why some cookies are just crumbly disasters.
History
Mexico's dirty war saw brutal repression and a rebel press to fight back. "Madera," a clandestine newspaper by the Liga Comunista 23 de Septiembre, defied the government with fiery rhetoric and reports of revolutionary acts.
Cuisine
Calling all chocoholics! Learn to bake with chocolate. Discover the difference between bittersweet and milk chocolate, explore the magic of cocoa and store your chocolate right to avoid the dreaded "bloom."
Health
Alarming smoking rates in Mexico cause over 60,000 deaths annually. The UNAM Faculty of Medicine is leading the fight with a 100% smoke-free campus, advocating for a tobacco-free future.