World Cup player statues toppled during protest in Mexico City Teachers in Mexico City toppled football statues during protests over pay and reforms, raising tensions ahead of the World Cup opening next month. Euronews · Jun 4
Meet María Montserrat Alvarado, the Lay Mexican Woman Chosen by Pope Leo XIV to Lead Vatican Media Pope Leo XIV appointed María Montserrat Alvarado, a Mexico City native and veteran Catholic media executive, as the new prefect of the Vatican's Dicastery for Communication, making her the first non-religious woman to hold one of the Holy See's most influential communications posts. Latin Times · Jun 3
‘The ball won’t roll’: Mexico’s striking teachers threaten to disrupt World Cup days before kick-off Teachers associated with the CNTE union are calling for salary raises and the reversal of pension laws The Guardian - AU · Jun 3
The Big Names Not Going to The 2026 World Cup The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup is nearly here. The tournament is being co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, with the opening game on 11th June in Mexico City. inkl · Jun 2
Mexico City police teargas teachers’ protest 10 days before World Cup Teachers associated with CNTE union were marching toward Zócalo for salary raises and reversal of pension laws The Guardian - US · Jun 1
Planning to work remotely during the World Cup? These are the best host cities for digital nomads From fast wifi and coworking spaces to affordable accommodation and cheap beer, new research reveals which 2026 World Cup host cities are best for fans balancing work and football. Euronews · Jun 1
The Euronews guide to the 2026 World Cup: Groups, fixtures and European kick-off times Taking place from 11 June to 19 July across the US, Canada and Mexico, this summer’s World Cup will be the largest in history – here’s everything that you need to know. Euronews · May 30
Iran switches World Cup base camp to Mexico, as Washington closes door on squad Iran's base camp for the 2026 World Cup was on Tuesday switched from the United States to Mexico, after US authorities refused to host the squad for the tournament, which starts on 11 June in Mexico City. Radio France Internationale · May 26
Housing and climate resilience dominate Latin American agenda at WUF13 Latin American leaders at World Urban Forum 13 called for new housing finance models, stronger private investment and climate-resilient urban development. Euronews · May 25
How to Watch Pumas vs. Cruz Azul on TV, Live Stream: Liga MX Final Mexico city giants Pumas and Cruz Azul will battle in the biggest game of the year in Liga MX. Sports Illustrated · May 24
Another low budget airline files for bankruptcy – following in Spirit’s steps Magnicharters, a low-cost Mexican carrier, filed for bankruptcy protection earlier this week in the First District Court in Mexico City, according to The Street The Independent UK · May 22
ESENTIA Completes US $2 Billion Investment-Grade Bond Offering, Achieving Simultaneous Triple-Agency Rating on Inaugural Corporate Bond MEXICO CITY, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ESENTIA Energy Development, S.A.B. de C.V. (BMV: ESENTIA) ("ESENTIA" or the "Company") today announced the successful settlement of US$2 billion senior unsecured 144A/Reg S notes offering. The transaction comprised two tranches: US$1.0 billion of 6.125% Notes due 2033 and US$1.0 billion of 6.500%… AAP · May 22
Cruz Azul vs. Pumas—Liga MX Final: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Two of the biggest, most popular teams in Mexican soccer will clash in the Liga MX Clausura 2026 final. Sports Illustrated · May 21
World Cup host racing to finish $500 million airport renovation before fans descend on city Over 3,000 people are working 20 hours a day to complete the huge renovation project The Independent UK · May 20
The Guardian - UK · May 18 Purple pain: backlash over Mexico City’s ‘axolotlisation’ for World Cup Mayor’s attempt to beautify the city with murals of mascot and plum paint jobs criticised as waste of resources
MusicRadar · May 15 “The thunder and rain crashed the generator for the film shoot”: U2 film new video on top of a bus in a soaked Mexico City Plus landmark where they played famous San Francisco is to be torn down
Euronews · May 15 Mexico City: A travel guide to the 2026 World Cup host city The iconic Azteca stadium is set to host five matches during this summer's World Cup.
The Independent UK · May 14 Mexico City braces for World Cup, eager to showcase food and culture amid crowds and congestion Mexico City, North America's most populous city, is a vibrant mix of history and modern culture that welcomes the World Cup this summer
The Independent UK · May 13 NFL confirms full 2026 international games schedule including three London match-ups The San Franciso 49ers will play in Melbourne and Mexico City in a nine-game, seven-city international schedule
The Independent UK · May 13 NFL unveils full international slate, with 49ers in Mexico City in Week 11 after Melbourne opener The San Francisco 49ers will bookend the NFL’s largest ever international slate by playing the 2026 season opener in Melbourne against the NFC West rival Los Angeles Rams and facing the Minnesota Vikings in Week 11 in Mexico City
The Times of India · May 13 Mexico City’s underground secret world: Ancient temples, ritual skulls and a lost civilisation still hidden beneath modern streets Beneath the modern skyline of Mexico City, something older still lingers quietly. On the surface, it is a crowded capital filled with traffic, offices, and constant movement. But just a few metres below, another world appears to exist, almost frozen in time. Ancient temples, buried courtyards, carved stones, and ceremonial…
Latin Times · May 13 Second Alleged Covert CIA Operation in Mexico Linked to Deadly Explosion: Report A deadly car explosion near Mexico City is now being described as a second alleged covert CIA-linked operation inside Mexico, raising new questions about how far U.S. intelligence activity has expanded in the fight against drug cartels and whether Mexican authorities knew enough about it.
The Economic Times · May 12 In 1978, a routine roadwork project in Mexico City exposed a colossal Aztec monument hidden beneath the streets for centuries Routine work in Mexico City unearthed a massive stone carving of the goddess Coyolxauhqui. This find in 1978 proved crucial. It led to extensive excavations of the Templo Mayor, the ceremonial heart of the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan. The discovery revealed that much of this sacred district remained intact beneath the…
We Got This Covered · May 7 ‘A response to a year of insults’: Mexico City nightclub goes viral for charging Americans $300 while the rest of the world walks in for $20 They are settling the score.
Latin Times · May 7 Rare Immigration Raids in Mexico City Spark Fear Among Foreign Communities Dozens of foreign nationals were detained during unusual immigration raids in Mexico City, operations that have sparked concern among migrant advocates and raised questions about Mexico's increasingly aggressive enforcement tactics under mounting regional migration pressure.