Sports
Mexico's Sharpshooters Aim for Parisian Gold in Rio
Mexico's rifle and pistol team battles for Olympic spots at Rio's shooting championships. Mixed team events wrapped up, with individual competitions for rifle and pistol starting today.
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Mexico at a glance.
Sports
Mexico's Canoe Team Chases Olympic Glory in Sarasota
Mexico's 10-person canoe team heads to Florida for Pan Am Champs and Olympic Qualifiers. They'll battle for spots in Paris 2024 Olympics. Kayak team Karina Alanís and Beatriz Briones are strong contenders, as is Nicol Guzmán in canoe.
Sports
Rhythmic Gymnasts Snag Sofia Bronze, Gear Up for Baku Challenge
Mexico's rhythmic gymnastics team wins bronze at Sofia World Cup in 5 rings event. They prepare for next challenge in Baku as they continue a European tour to test themselves against Olympic-level competition.
Sports
How Luis Ramón Garrido Esquivel Earned His Place in Paris 2024
Luis Ramón Garrido Esquivel's journey to the Paris 2024 Olympics is a tale of triumph over adversity. From injury setbacks to illness, he persevered, securing his spot through sheer determination.
Sports
Mexico Serves Up a Winning Formula for Volleyball
Mexico's beach volleyball scene is erupting! From top-tier tournaments to happy athletes, their organization is a smash hit. Now they set sights on Olympic glory, with the home turf qualifier in Tlaxcala a must-win for their beach volleyball dreams.
Sports
A Baptism by Fire for Mexico's Rising Beach Volleyball Duo
Mexican beach volleyball rookies Sarabia and Cruz face veteran teams in Guadalajara, learning from defeats. Despite fiery competition, their bond and fan support fuel their determination to improve for the upcoming Elite 16 Tepic.
Sports
Mexico's Badminton Duo Feathers Their Way to Paris (Maybe)
Mexico's badminton duo, Job Castillo and Luis Montoya, clinched bronze at the XVII Pan American Individual Championship 2024, setting their sights on Olympic qualification.
Sports
Mexico's Archery Stars Shine in Medellín 2024
In the heart of Medellín, Mexico's archery champions, Valencia Trujillo and Grande Kalionchiz, dazzled with precision and flair at the 2024 Pan American Specialty Championship, securing victories and eyeing future Olympic glory amidst triumphs and trials.
Sports
Vargas and Ayala Fall Short, But Mexico's Future Shines
Teen Mexican beach volleyball duo Vargas and Ayala debut at a World Tour event. 17-year-olds show promise despite loss, aim for U-19 Worlds and inspire the next generation of sand court stars.
Sports
María Isabel Huitrón Ángeles' Deafening Success in Judo
María Isabel Huitrón Ángeles, a two-time judo champion, clinches gold at the Turkestan 2024 World Judo Championship for the Deaf. Her triumph embodies resilience, dedication, and the power to inspire, echoing her message: “Yes, we can. Mexico is great.”
Newsletter
The Best of Mexicanist Newsletter 11/2024
This Mexicanist issue dives deep. Uncover the struggles behind paradise in Puerto Vallarta and Los Cabos. Explore indigenous rights, environmental challenges and the fight for justice. Fuel your next adventure with island hopping and hidden beaches.
Politics
How Debates Shape Elections Across the Globe
Political debates: gladiatorial clashes for voters. From image wars (JFK vs. Nixon) to informed voting (Mexico), they force candidates to fight for your vote. Europe joins the fray with “elephant gatherings” and France's history-making duels.
Cuisine
How Terroir Shapes Syrah into Shiraz (and Back Again)
Syrah or Shiraz? Same grape, different personalities. French Syrah is elegant and spicy, while Aussie Shiraz is bold and fruity. Both started from 19th century cuttings and thrived in their sunny homes. Today, the line blurs with cooler climates and focus on quality in Oz.
History
How Spanish Exiles Transformed Mexico
Fleeing Franco's fascist Spain, 25,000 exiles found refuge in Mexico. Led by President Cardenas' open arms, these intellectuals reshaped Mexican education, cinema, and philosophy. Their legacy lives on in universities and archives.
Business
Watts Up in Mexico? A Spark of Change Ignites Energy Policy
Mexico's Energy Commission proposes guaranteeing electricity as a human right in the constitution and urges stricter regulations on oil and gas measurement. They also highlight energy-saving initiatives.
History
How Public Shaming Has Evolved Through Time
From shaming sinners in public squares to online “funas,” history shows public exposure has long been used to enforce social norms. While methods changed (authorities vs. online mobs), the core idea remains — hold wrongdoers accountable and deter future offenses.