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Hurricane Polo brings powerful waves to Mexico's Pacific coast

As Hurricane Polo weakens to Category 4, Lazaro Cardenas residents and military brace for more damage, reinforcing Playa Azul’s seafront against pounding waves.

24/09/2026

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Michaelmania hits Mexico as fans honour the King of Pop's birthday

Michaelmania took over the Mexican capital as fans gathered to honour Michael Jackson on what would have been the King of Pop's 68th birthday, performing Thriller’s iconic dance and dressing as zombies.

31/08/2026

Mexico

Six wounded after car bomb explodes in front of Mexico police station

Zacatecas is key to the drug trade because it links central Mexico with the north and west of the country and features routes that are key to smuggling cocaine and other narcotics to the United States.

31/08/2026

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Mexico: Aura battles turn a viral meme into live contests

Young Mexicans are taking part in 'aura battles', where creativity, confidence and humour decide the winner. The trend is moving from social media to live events.

21/08/2026

Mexico

Two fishermen rescued by Mexico after floating at sea in cooler box

Rescue teams gave no details regarding the fate of the boat they had originally taken out, nor did it explain how they survived five days at sea.

21/08/2026

Sport

World Cup 2026 sticker swap draws thousands for Guinness World Record attempt

Thousands of football fans gathered in Mexico City's Zócalo to swap 2026 World Cup stickers as part of a Guinness World Record attempt. The Panini event brought together collectors of all ages, turning the hunt for missing stickers into a celebration of football, family and community.

13/07/2026

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Mexico fans left heartbroken as World Cup dream comes to an end

Mexico fans in Mexico City react with joy and heartbreak as England win 3-2 in a World Cup last-16 match, ending Mexico’s tournament run.

06/07/2026

Mexico

Three die in Mexico City World Cup street celebrations

Emergency crews were called to the Juárez area of the capital after three people were reported to be unconscious.

01/07/2026

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Morocco fans light up Monterrey before Netherlands knockout clash

Fans of Morocco and Mexico fill Monterrey’s Macroplaza with songs and celebrations ahead of Morocco’s World Cup Round of 32 clash with the Netherlands.

29/06/2026

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Meet Osito, the rescue dog winning hearts at the World Cup

A rescue dog named Osito has become an unlikely World Cup star in Mexico City, attracting crowds, selfies and social media attention wherever he goes.

20/06/2026

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Celebrations as Mexico becomes first nation to reach World Cup knockout stage

Thousands of jubilant Mexico supporters celebrated across the country on 18 June after their team became the first nation to secure a place in the World Cup knockout stage with a 1-0 victory over South Korea.

19/06/2026

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Meet Merlin: The duck that became the World Cup's viral mascot

A duck named Merlin has become an unlikely World Cup sensation after videos of him wearing a Mexico jersey and joining celebrations in Mexico City spread across social media.

15/06/2026

Mexico

Mexico's 'missing persons' crisis takes centre stage at the World Cup

The discovery of suspected cartel killing sites and a record number of disappearances has renewed scrutiny of one of Mexico's deepest social wounds.

12/06/2026

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Watch fan reactions as Mexico beat South Africa 2–0 in the World Cup opener

Mexico launched its World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over South Africa on 11 June. The result triggered celebrations across Mexico City while South African supporters voiced concern over their team's performance and tactics.

12/06/2026

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Mexico: Tight security and protests surround 2026 World Cup opener

Protesters gathered near Mexico City's World Cup opener on 11 June, while thousands of fans headed to the stadium. Brief clashes broke out as demonstrators approached security cordons around the stadium.

12/06/2026

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Journalist gunned down in Mexico as World Cup kicks off

Mexico is regarded as one of the most dangerous and deadly countries for working journalists, according to Reporters Without Borders.

12/06/2026

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Mexico fans celebrate World Cup win over South Africa

Mexican fans erupted in celebration after the national team defeated South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, with supporters gathering in fan zones and outside Mexico City Stadium to mark the victory.

12/06/2026

Sport

World Cup: Mexico beats South Africa as Czechia loses to South Korea

Julián Quiñones scored the opening goal of the tournament after nine minutes and 35-year-old striker Raúl Jiménez headed in Mexico's second goal in a 2-0 opening game against South Africa that produced three red cards.

12/06/2026

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Mexico's President Sheinbaum joins fans as World Cup gets underway

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum joined thousands of supporters at a fan zone in Mexico City's Zocalo Square as Mexico took on South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup. Fans packed the square to cheer on the host nation.

11/06/2026

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Shakira lights up the stage as World Cup kicks off in Mexico City

The extravaganza hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada is the biggest World Cup in history, stretching until the final in New Jersey on 19 July.

11/06/2026

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Fans descend on Mexico City Stadium ahead of World Cup kickoff

Fans gathered outside Mexico City Stadium and at public viewing areas ahead of the opening match of the 2026 World Cup.

11/06/2026

Sport

FIFA chief says fans 'should chill' about Somali ref denied US entry

The 2026 men's World Cup has been expanded to 48 teams and is the biggest and most ambitious in the event's history, with matches taking place in Mexico, Canada and the United States.

10/06/2026

Sport

Subway station in Mexico City goes viral over chandeliers

Decorative chandeliers installed at a busy Mexico City subway station ahead of the 2026 World Cup have sparked a wave of memes and mixed reactions from commuters.

10/06/2026

Sport

Mexico gears up for 2026 World Cup opener at historic Azteca Stadium

Mexico City is preparing to host the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the hosts take on South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The venue will become the first stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches.

10/06/2026

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Thousands join record-breaking human wave attempt in Mexico City ahead of World Cup

Thousands of people gathered in Mexico City to attempt a Guinness World Record for the world's largest human wave, days before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

07/06/2026

Destinations

Guadalajara: A World Cup host city travel guide

Mexico's second-largest city is hosting its third men's World Cup after previously staging matches in 1970 and 1986.

07/06/2026