Mexico

Iran team to enter US two days before matches in FIFA World Cup 2026, ahead of critical Egypt game

Iran announced over the weekend they would be making a complaint with FIFA about the requirements, with manager Amir Ghalenoei saying Iran are "the most oppressed team in the whole World Cup."

Inglewood, California, USA; New Zealand forward Elijah Just (11) and Iran forward Mohammad Mohebi (8) battle for the ball in the first half during a Group G match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Los Angeles Stadium, June 15, 2026.
A woman cleans a glass cabinet with a baby Jesus statue dressed in a version of the national soccer team jersey at a church in Mexico City June 12, 2014. Catholic soccer fans pray before the statue, which believers say has granted miracles in the past.

Soccer fans flock to Mexico City cathedral to pray to 'Soccer baby Jesus' for World Cup victory

Aid agencies intensify efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, in Bunia town, Ituri province, Democratic Republic of Congo, June 11, 2026.

Ebola risk for FIFA World Cup is 'extremely low', but US host cities are prepared, experts say

 Iran leave Tijuana hotel ahead of first World Cup match - Tijuana, Mexico - June 14, 2026.

Iran's World Cup team gets warm send-off from fans in Tijuana, Mexico


Two killed, 19 hurt as Mexican Navy ship crashes into Brooklyn Bridge

The Mexican Navy said on social media late on Saturday that 22 people were injured on board the ship, of which 19 were receiving medical attention in local hospitals.

 A Mexican Navy training ship is seen damaged after it ran into the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, U.S., May 17, 2025.

MrBeast faces backlash over Mexican temple video

Institute confirms visit had proper permits and supervision, denies any unauthorized activities occurred.

 MrBeast faces backlash over Mexican temple video.

Study reveals Aztecs traded obsidian with rivals

Although Mexicas favored green obsidian, tool variety shows that multiple obsidian sources supplied the capital via markets, not by direct extraction from the original sites.

 Study reveals Aztecs traded obsidian with rivals.

US Senate to vote on bill to rein in Trump tariffs as economy contracts

The resolution is co-sponsored by Republican Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky, an outspoken critic of Trump's tariff policy.

 U.S. President Donald Trump holds a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 30, 2025.

Anonymous tip leads to discovery of possible mammoth remains in Mexico

Remains belong to an equid, camelid, and proboscidian that lived over 10,000 years ago.

 Anonymous tip leads to discovery of possible mammoth remains in Mexico.

The founding myth of 700-year-old Tenochtitlan

This year marks the 700th anniversary of the founding of Mexico-Tenochtitlan. The city's government prepared an extensive program of celebrations to honor these seven centuries.

 The founding myth of 700-year-old Tenochtitlan.

How a Dutch developer resurrected ancient Tenochtitlán

Thomas Kole's project aimed to bring Tenochtitlán back to life based on historical and archaeological sources.

 How a Dutch developer resurrected ancient Tenochtitlán.

Visiting Teotihuacan's UNESCO site during the Equinox, essential Information

Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) announced the launch of the "Spring Equinox 2025" operation at the Teotihuacan Archaeological Zone.

 Landmark Teotihuacan pyramids complex located in Mexican Highlands and Mexico Valley close to Mexico City.

Protective horn pads, no swords: Mexico City proposes non-violent bullfighting

Members of the bullfighting community argue that the new rules could signify the end of traditional bullfighting.

 Protective horn pads, no swords: Mexico City proposes non-violent bullfighting.

Trump to make English official US language, White House official says

The United States has never had an official language at the federal level but some US states designate English as their official language.

 Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump takes the stage during a campaign rally at the J.S. Dorton Arena, Raleigh, North Carolina, Nov. 4, 2024.