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South America 'a new epicentre' of Coronavirus pandemic, WHO says

Brazil remains the area's worst-affected country with over 21,000 coronavirus-related deaths.

Mexico

Dozens die of alcohol poisoning in Mexico amid COVID-19 lockdown

This is the latest in a series of mass alcohol poisonings registered since COVID-19 lockdowns began in the country.

Mexico

Mexico: Women stay at home to protest femicide

What would a world without women look like? On Monday, tens of thousands of women in Mexico stayed off the streets to protest femicide.

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Women defy conservative regimes in rights marches across the world

Women marched for their rights on Sunday all around the world, including in Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Indonesia, Lebanon, Mexico...

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Women in Mexico protest against the grisly murder of Ingrid Escamilla

The murder of Escamilla, whose body was mutilated and part of it flushed into the sewer, has horrified Mexicans.

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Inside Mexico's hidden museum of drug trafficking

Mexico has a secret exhibition about drug trafficking that can only be accessed by military and intelligence agents and researchers.

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Scuffles as migrants try to cross into southern Mexico

It comes as they were blocked from crossing the Guatemala-Mexico border.

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Migrants cross river from Guatemala to Mexico

Hundreds of Central American migrants waded through the shallow Suchiate River from Guatemala into Mexic, in a new test of US President Donald Trump's “Central America” strategy to keep them away from the US border.

Destinations

I explored the eco-side to Puerto Vallarta, on Mexico's Pacific Coast

Once the setting for Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton's romance, now 2020's hottest eco-friendly destination.

Mexico

Ancient Mayan palace unearthed in Mexico

The researchers from Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) believe the palace was an “enclave” of the famous Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá, in the Yucatan province.

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Mexicans visit giant baby Jesus statue to toast Christmas

Thousands of Mexicans have paid a visit to one of the world's largest baby Jesus figures to celebrate the birth of Christ.

Mexico

Shootouts in northern Mexican town kill 21, fueling debate on cartels

Clashes between police and suspected cartel gunmen in a northern Mexican town killed 21 people this weekend, authorities said, adding fuel to a debate sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump, who has vowed to designate the gangs as terrorists.

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Famed monarch butterflies flutter to Mexico for annual migration

The 3,000-mile (4,800-km) mass migration of monarch butterflies in North America is one of the insect world's fantastic feats, with millions embarking on the arduous journey from north Canada down into Mexico and the California coast each autumn.

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Mexico activists protest violence against women

Thousands of women got involved in the demonstration

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Mexico celebrates anniversary of 1910 revolution

Thousands of people watched an anniversary parade in Mexico on Wednesday. The parade marked the country's Revolution.

Bolivia

Watch: Bolivia's ex-president Morales lands to take up Mexican asylum

The long-serving leftist leader claimed he had been ousted by rivals in a coup following violence sparked by a disputed election.

Jordan

Tourists injured in stabbing attack in Jerash, Jordan

The directorate of general security in Jordan said a number of tourists, a tour guide and a security officer were stabbed in the attack in Jerash.

Destinations

Mexico's new Ritz-Carlton champions local environment

The super luxurious new hotel will offer an environmental stewardship programme to visitors.

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Skeletons 'come to life' in Day of the Dead tradition

A giant skeleton breaks out of the ground in the middle of a street, while the dead come alive wearing traditional outfits. It's a Day of the Dead tradition particular to the Mexico City neighborhood of Tlahuac.

Mexico

Watch: Millions of monarch butterflies arrive in Mexico

Monarchs usually arrive in Mexico by the 1 November Day of the Dead holiday. Legend says their arrival signifies the returning of the spirits of the dead.