The sky is dyed with colors, music takes over the atmosphere and the pre-sale of tickets for Guelaguetza 2024 is announced, to be held during the month of July in the state of Oaxaca. Guelaguetza is a Zapotec word that means brotherhood, sorority, creating a family through dance, music and food culture.The eight regions of […]

Does it sound familiar? In the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, cases of child marriage still occur, particularly within the Triqui ethnic group, which spans the districts of Juxtlahuaca, Tlaxiaco, and Putla. This situation also occurs in other parts of the Republic, such as the neighboring state of Guerrero, which is the focus of this film. […]

The influx of tourists has driven up housing costs and strained public resources, making life increasingly difficult for the local population. The city’s vibrant calendas, featuring brass bands, dancers, and giant puppets, have become a major attraction. However, a recent protest highlighted the negative effects of overtourism and gentrification, with demonstrators voicing concerns over the […]

In a complex commercial landscape for those who want to take care of their health without the environment paying the high cost, the Huatulco Organic Market has made its way for 11 consecutive years. Medicinal or ornamental plants, hair or body treatments, gastronomy, but above all products that do not require chemicals make up a […]

The Unidad Policial de Operaciones Especiales (UPOE) in Oaxaca celebrated its 23rd anniversary in style with the release of a music video. The video features the corrido singer Pablo del Ángel, also known as “El Oaxaco,” and showcases elements such as state police patrol cars, an ambulance, and other vehicles as part of its scenery. […]

The strategy was adopted by the government of Huajuapan de León, due to the lack of reinforcement in the area. In response to cases of insecurity at the borders of Puebla and Oaxaca, an operation called “Guardian Angel” has been established, which consists of escorting transporters and motorists to the spot known as “Las Palomas.” […]

The government of Oaxaca will impose these penalties on those who alter the conditions of public service provision. The Secretary of Mobility of Oaxaca, Claudina De Gyves, has informed that transporters who operate off-route or transport migrants jeopardize passenger safety. The fines could reach up to 32,000 pesos, and the offenders may face suspension of […]

Dozens of Mixtecs gathered at the heliport of the Technological University of Mixteca (UTM) in Huajuapan to witness the solar eclipse of this April 8, which they called the “Sun and Moon Festival.” Maxwell Gustavo Jiménez Escamilla, head of the Applied Physics Engineering program at UTM, mentioned that students from this degree decided to organize […]

Puerto Escondido, a radiant beach town, was on the brink of succumbing to the perils of over-tourism. However, the local community rallied to avert this crisis. Renowned for its idyllic beaches, verdant landscapes, and vibrant sunsets, Puerto Escondido’s allure as a secluded tropical haven is undeniable. Nestled in the southern Pacific coast of Mexico’s Oaxaca […]