Politics
President Claudia Sheinbaum unveiled a new healthcare procurement system, rejected calls for judicial impeachment, and confirmed her attendance at the G20 Summit. She received sustainability recognition, questioned INE's election budget, and intervened in a controversial legal case.
Culture
Mexico is becoming a popular Halloween destination. With its unique blend of Day of the Dead traditions and Western Halloween celebrations, it offers a truly spooky experience. From haunted mansions to spooky cemeteries, there's something for everyone.
Culture
Explore Mexico's creepiest places, from the eerie Island of the Dolls to the deadly Cave of the Crystals. This spine-chilling ranking takes you through haunted hospitals, mummy-filled museums, and magnetic deserts, blending unsettling history with supernatural legends. Enter if you dare!
Politics
Mexico undergoes significant constitutional reforms. Key changes include judicial reforms, strengthening indigenous rights, empowering youth, and enhancing national security. The National Guard joins the military, and the minimum wage is set to rise faster than inflation.
History
Salvador Allende, Chile's first socialist president, was overthrown in a 1973 coup led by Augusto Pinochet. His wife, Hortensia Bussi, fled to Mexico. The Mexican government provided asylum to thousands of Chilean exiles.
Politics
Mexico's General Law on Adequate and Sustainable Food (LGAAS), enacted in 2024, marks a milestone in food policy. It codifies the right to food, establishes a comprehensive framework for food production, distribution, and consumption, and creates new institutions to oversee implementation.
Politics
Mexico celebrates 200 years of constitutional history. From the colonial era to the present, the nation's constitutions have evolved, reflecting its political and social struggles. Key milestones include the Constitution of Apatzingán, the first Constitution of 1824, and the Constitution of 1917.
Politics
Mexican women's journey to political equality was a long and arduous struggle. From the early 20th century, pioneers like Hermila Galindo fought for suffrage and gender rights. In 1953, women finally gained the right to vote.
Politics
President Sheinbaum signs decrees for energy and railway reforms, renationalizing Pemex and CFE, and reviving passenger trains. The ambitious plan aims to create 600,000 jobs. She emphasizes coordination without subordination with the US on security matters.
Business
Mexico faces a $220 million arbitration claim from US investors over TV Azteca's debt dispute. The case, rooted in a Mexican court's precautionary measure, tests NAFTA provisions and Mexico's sovereignty.
Newsletter
The Mexicanist newsletter covers Mexico's first woman president, trade shifts, infrastructure projects, and cultural phenomena. From cartel negotiations to haunted houses, it explores Mexico's diverse landscape, offering insights on travel, history, and current events.
Crime
The Tren de Aragua, a Venezuelan prison gang, has expanded its operations beyond the country's borders. Despite government efforts to dismantle the gang, it remains a powerful force.
Women
From zero to political power, Mexican women's journey is a tale of persistence and breakthrough. Starting with the 1953 suffrage victory, they've steadily climbed from local councils to Congress, governor's mansions, and finally to the presidency.
United States
U.S. presidential race between Harris and Trump is too close to call, with economic concerns and shifting voter demographics playing crucial roles. Mexico prepares for potential challenges in bilateral relations regardless of the outcome.
Politics
Women in politics face persistent challenges, from stereotypes to safety concerns. Despite obstacles, female leaders like Merkel, Gandhi, and Ardern have made significant impacts globally.
Politics
President Sheinbaum's new administration tackles missing persons, judicial reform, and security. Amid controversy over Supreme Court powers and justices' retirements, the government reports progress in crime-fighting.