The United States Central Intelligence Agency has maintained a constant presence in Mexico since its inception. During the Cold War, Vienna and Mexico were the agency’s largest and most important stations in its fight against communism. The CIA’s Operation Lintempo had several Mexican presidents and other high-profile politicians on its payroll. In the 1970s and […]
Mexico’s tourist revenue stagnates at the start of the year
Federal Tourism Secretary Josefina Rodríguez reported that during the first quarter of 2026, foreign exchange earnings from international travelers reached $10.287 billion, representing a 0.2 percent increase compared to the same period of the previous year. The head of the Ministry of Tourism (Sectur) highlighted that, based on the results of the International Travelers Survey […]
Crime violence reaches hospitals in Mexico
A decade after the UN Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2286, which mandates the protection of the wounded, sick, medical, and humanitarian personnel in armed conflicts, violence continues to plague this sector in Mexico, in a context dominated by non-state actors, according to the Geneva-based organization Insecurity Insight. Data from the organization, which gathers information […]
Dollar exchange rate in Mexico today, Friday, May 15: prices updated minute by minute
The US dollar opened trading this Friday, May 15, 2026, at an exchange rate of 17.23 Mexican pesos, according to information from the Bank of Mexico at the close of trading on the previous business day. The official exchange rate is determined by the Bank of Mexico based on an average of wholesale exchange market […]
Díaz Ayuso: “Mexico did not exist until the Spanish arrived”
The weekly debate in the Madrid Assembly, in which the regional government reports on its activities, focused primarily on Mexico, especially the ill-fated trip of Madrid’s president, the right-wing Isabel Díaz Ayuso, who had to return abruptly due to the wave of protests and unrest sparked by her remarks about the country. Far from backtracking, […]
Protests against insecurity and police negligence in Chilchota, Michoacán
Residents of the community of Acachuén, Michoacán, staged a violent protest this Wednesday in the municipal seat of Chilchota, where they stormed the Municipal Hall, burning furniture and spray-painting slogans demanding security. The demonstration escalated to the burning of a delivery vehicle along its route. The action arose in response to persistent insecurity and the […]
THE GREAT ROCHA SCAM!
While the people of Sinaloa tighten their belts, the governor’s inner circle lines their pockets under the shadow of illegality. 136 MILLION PESOS! That’s the exorbitant and brazen sum for which the Mexican Tax Administration Service (SAT) has Rubén and Ricardo Rocha Ruiz, sons of Rubén Rocha Moya, under scrutiny. Official documents have been released, […]
Bee attacks in Yucatán in 2026: deforestation and urban expansion are the main causes
Bee attacks in Yucatán have become a growing concern in 2016. In just five months, several municipalities in the state have reported incidents ranging from multiple stings to deaths, a phenomenon that specialists attribute to climate factors, urban sprawl, alteration of natural habitats, and changes in colony behavior patterns. Recent cases in Mérida, Umán, Tizimín, […]
International Museum Day in Tuxtla: Which venues will open their doors this May 18th and what activities will be available?
The capital of Chiapas joins the global celebration with a program that ranges from paleontology to marimba music, promoting free admission and interactive learning at 11 iconic venues. At least 11 museums in Tuxtla Gutiérrez will participate on May 18 in the celebration of International Museum Day, a cultural and educational event that will include […]
The date for the 2026 Mezcal Fair in Oaxaca has been announced; find out when it will be and what activities will take place.
The Oaxaca Ministry of Economic Development announced the dates for the 2026 Mezcal Fair, one of the most anticipated events during the Guelaguetza festival. Activities will include exhibitions of coffee, crafts, and Oaxacan cuisine. If you don’t want to miss any details, we recommend taking note of the following information. During Governor Salomón Jara’s press […]