Why is the country called the United Mexican States and not Mexico?
Currently, Mexico's official name is the United Mexican States. The country has been called this way since 1917. You can read about why here.
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Trump’s Tariff Gambit Tests North American Trade Pact
Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada could devastate North American trade, potentially increasing household costs by $4,300, disrupting integrated supply chains, and threatening the USMCA's economic stability with far-reaching consequences.
The Tepexpan Tangle: How a Contaminated Skeleton Rewrote Prehistory—Twice
The Tepexpan remains, discovered in 1947, sparked decades of debate. Initially believed to be a 10,000-year-old man, later studies suggested a 2,000-year-old woman due to contamination. Uranium dating eventually revealed the remains to be a 6,000-year-old man.
Mexican Mangrove Forests See Significant Decline, Study Finds
A study in Plos One reveals a 1,817-hectare mangrove loss in northwest Mexico (2015-2020). Researchers used Google Earth Engine to analyze satellite imagery, finding losses concentrated in Sinaloa due to aquaculture and Hurricane Willa, while Baja California saw minimal change.
The Engine of Mexico’s Economy: How Tacos, Festivals, and a Greased Pig Keep the Lights On
Mexico’s tacos, festivals and crafts aren’t just cultural gems—they fuel 2.9% of GDP (815B pesos) and 1.5M jobs. Heritage like Day of the Dead, rain rituals and artisanal crafts prop up the economy, proving tradition can be a financial powerhouse.