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A handwritten shopping list with items checked off sits beside a colorful array of vegetables, fruits, and herbs.

Lifestyle

How a Shopping List Can Save Your Sanity (and Your Wallet)

Forget wasted lettuce! Embrace the power of the shopping list. Plan meals, check your fridge, and resist impulse buys for a smarter, more mindful grocery experience.

A person holding a carton of milk with an expired date, looking confused about whether it's still safe.

Cuisine

How Misleading Labels Fuel Food Waste

“Best by” dates aren't the end-all of food safety. Learn the truth behind misleading labels, how to trust your senses, and why those dates contribute to massive food waste.

Xalapa 2024 Para Athletics Grand Prix champions inclusivity. Experience the power of para-sport.

Sports

Xalapa Hosts 2024 Para Athletics Grand Prix

Xalapa 2024 Para Athletics Grand Prix welcomes 492 athletes from 25 nations! This thrilling event is a Paralympic qualifier, showcasing extraordinary abilities. Expect vibrant alebrije mascots, free entry, and a celebration of inclusivity and the unstoppable human spirit.

Mexican figure skater Donovan Carrillo Suazo makes history with a record-breaking performance.

Sports

Donovan Carrillo Suazo Breaks Personal Best, Secures Finals Spot at Montreal Worlds

Donovan Carrillo Suazo makes history again! The Mexican figure skater smashes his personal best at the Montreal World Championships, securing a spot in the finals and proving his place among the world's elite.

A close-up of a chef in a food hall, showcasing their fresh produce and a welcoming smile.

Cuisine

Why Food Halls Are the Future

Malls are getting delicious! Food halls bring unique flavors, support local chefs, and make eating an adventure. Olas is leading the charge.

A thick, hand-rolled pizza crust infused with honey, showcasing its airy texture and golden color.

Cuisine

This Pizza Crust Will Change How You Think About Dessert

This pizza tradition features a thick, honey-infused crust. It acts as a barrier for savory toppings, then transforms into a crispy, chewy dessert with a drizzle of warm honey. It's a full meal and an adventure, born from a playful twist on the familiar pizza experience.

President Andrés Manuel López Obrador delivers a speech addressing the Texas anti-immigrant Law SB4.

Decrypting the #NarcoPresidente Conspiracy

AMLO confronts accusations of corruption, denounces smear campaigns, challenges Texas laws, and battles censorship. It's a narrative teeming with intrigue, irony, and defiance, painting a vivid portrait of political tumult and resilience.

A well-organized freezer with labeled containers and bags of frozen vegetables, fruit, and prepared meals.

Cuisine

How Freezing Food Can Save You Time and Money

Freezing food isn't just for leftovers. Discover how your freezer can be a kitchen game-changer. Save milk, cheese, bread, and more from waste, streamline your cooking, and unlock delicious possibilities.

Sports

Jesús Gildardo Espíritu Rómulo’s Triathlon Challenge

Jesús Gildardo Espíritu Rómulo, a determined triathlete from Acapulco, preps for the Hong Kong 2024 Triathlon World Cup, aiming for top rankings. With rigorous training and unwavering focus, he's poised to conquer the grueling sprint course and leave his mark on the global stage.

Acapulco

Bus Drivers Bear the Brunt of Acapulco's Violence

Brutal videos expose Acapulco's bus drivers trapped in a web of cartel violence. The government downplays the crisis as drivers face beatings for failing to “report in”.

A green collard leaf wrap filled with bright vegetables and sprouts, highlighting its texture and freshness.

Cuisine

Why Leaves Should Be Your Next Wrap

Discover the joy of wrapping your meals in leaves – collard greens, grape leaves, banana leaves & more. It's delicious, healthy, and creative. Add the power of sprouts for a flavor and nutrient boost. Embrace the green and ditch the processed! 🌱

A Mayan landowner speaks into a megaphone, highlighting broken government promises.

Tulum

Broken Promises Fuel Protests on the Path of the Mayan Train

In Quintana Roo, Mexico, over 500 landowners protest the Mayan Train project. They gave up land with promises of compensation and development which haven't materialized. Now facing further land grabs, they block a highway, demanding hospitals, schools, and the return of their land.

Mexican beach volleyball players in action during a competitive match.

Sports

Mexico's Beach Volleyball Stars Aim for Paris 2024

Mexico's beach volleyball duos embark on their Olympic qualification journey! They'll face fierce competition in Brazil before returning home to compete in Guadalajara and Tepic. Flores/Gutiérrez and Sarabia/Cruz Mendoza carry the nation's hopes towards Paris 2024.

Donovan Carrillo, a blur of focused energy, practices at the World Championships in Montreal.

Sports

Donovan Carrillo Skating for Personal Bests and Another Olympic Shot

Mexican skater Donovan Carrillo aims for a top finish at the World Figure Skating Championships in Montreal. His goal: improve on his season's best and pave the way towards the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Atenas Gutiérrez Guzmán brings her skill and playful spirit to the Olympic beach volleyball qualifier in Tlaxcala, Mexico.

Sports

Atenas Gutiérrez Guzmán's Olympic Beach Volleyball Dream

Atenas Gutiérrez Guzmán, Mexico's beach volleyball star, prepares for the Olympic qualifier on her home turf in Tlaxcala. Fueled by hometown support and CONADE's backing, she balances a playful spirit with intense training.

Newsletter

The Best of Mexicanist Newsletter 10/2024

Mexico's beaches beckon, but crime, corruption, and social issues cast a shadow. Explore Cancun, Los Cabos, and beyond with insider news from the Mexicanist.