Press freedom is at its lowest level in 25 years; Mexico falls to 122nd place
Press freedom worldwide is at its lowest point since Reporters Without Borders (RSF) began ranking countries 25 years ago. This decline was particularly exacerbated last year by the criminalization of journalism, as well as by attacks perpetrated by figures such as Donald Trump. In its 2026 ranking, published this Thursday, RSF notes that the average […]
Mexico opens 20 new routes ahead of the World Cup to strengthen connectivity
Mexico will have 20 new air routes to various tourist destinations within the country as part of a strategy to strengthen connectivity ahead of the World Cup, Tourism Secretary Josefina Rodríguez Zamora announced Wednesday during the 50th edition of the Tianguis Turístico (Tourism Fair). In an interview with EFE, the federal official stated that this […]
The party in Mexico City for the first round of the NFL Draft
A spectacular party was held in Mexico City to celebrate the 2026 NFL Draft and the Pittsburgh Steelers’ first-round pick. More than two hundred fans gathered at Foro Indie Rocks in the Roma neighborhood. There were interactive activities, a live broadcast of the first round from Pittsburgh, and appearances by Steelers legends Carnell Lake and […]
Puebla and Zacatlán were awarded prizes in “The Best of Mexico” 2026
The state of Puebla and the municipality of Zacatlán were honored at the 2026 “Best of Mexico” awards, while Cuetzalan was a finalist in one of the categories. This recognition came from México Desconocido, an Arts and Culture magazine, which held a gala to celebrate the 13 best of national tourism. Puebla won in the […]
Humanitarian euthanasia proposed for terminally ill patients in Puebla
Lawmakers from the Morena, Green Party, and Citizens’ Movement parties proposed humane euthanasia to prevent the suffering of people with terminal illnesses, whose lives are artificially prolonged, thus increasing their pain. During the session of the Permanent Commission, Roberto Zataráin Leal presented the initiative, which proposes reforming, adding to, and repealing various provisions of the […]
Puebla wins award as best gastronomic destination and destination to celebrate a wedding
Puebla was recognized as the best state to enjoy its regional and contemporary cuisine at the 2026 Best of Mexico Awards, organized by México Desconocido magazine during the Tianguis Turístico (Tourism Fair) held in Acapulco. Of the six categories in which it was nominated, the state took home two awards. The second award went to […]
Restaurant Bar Chava, 35 years of tradition and a unique recipe for lamb mixiotes
Thirty-five years ago, José Salvador Mariano González founded the Chava restaurant and bar, fulfilling a personal dream. The business began in a small space he adapted in his mother’s house, where he only sold lamb mixiotes made with a traditional family recipe. Located in the Guadalupe Caleras neighborhood, in an area known as La María, […]
May 5th: the version of the vanquished
How did the soldiers of the French Expeditionary Force in Mexico experience the Battle of May 5, 1862, near Puebla? What is the perspective of the defeated? The main part of the battle, which erupted before noon, lasted approximately four hours. During that time, around 254 men died: 83 Mexicans and 171 French. An average […]