Mexico launches anti-homophobic World Cup campaign

Associated Press 05/22/2026

MEXICO CITY — Less than a month before the start of the 2026 World Cup, the Mexican Football Federation on Thursday launched a new advertising campaign aimed at discouraging fans from using a chant deemed homophobic during…

Spain’s king acknowledges abuse in conquest of Americas

Suman Naishadham - Associated Press 03/17/2026

Spain’s monarch said Monday the Spanish conquest of the Americas included “much abuse” and “ethical controversies,” striking a conciliatory tone amid a yearslong row between Spain and Mexico over colonial era abuses committed by the Spanish crown centuries ago.…

Top Mexican drug cartel leader killed

Agence France Presse 02/23/2026

GUADALAJARA, Mexico — The Mexican army announced Sunday that it had killed powerful drug lord Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera in an operation that sparked a wave of violence in various parts of the country. Oseguera, the 59-year-old…

Robot dogs to help Mexican police at 2026 World Cup

Agence France Presse 02/10/2026

MONTERREY, Mexico — A pack of robot dogs will help Mexican police tackle crime during the 2026 World Cup this summer, authorities said Monday. The four-legged robots are designed to enter dangerous areas and broadcast live video…

Mexico sends two ships with humanitarian aid for Cuba

Agence France Presse 02/09/2026

MEXICO CITY, Mexico — Mexico has sent two ships with humanitarian aid to Cuba, the foreign ministry said Sunday, as the communist-ruled nation endures intense US pressure following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. The shipment…

Trump says Mexico will ‘cease’ sending oil to Cuba

Agence France Presse 02/03/2026

WASHINGTON, United States — US President Donald Trump said Monday that Mexico would stop sending oil to Cuba, which is already struggling after supplies from its traditional provider Venezuela dried up following the fall of Nicolas Maduro.…

Trump’s trade war draws swift retaliation from Mexico, Canada, China

Associated Press 03/05/2025

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump launched a trade war Tuesday against America’s three biggest trading partners, drawing immediate retaliation from Mexico, Canada and China and sending financial markets into a tailspin as the U.S. faced the threat…

Canada, Mexico cannot avert tariffs, says Trump, China levy hiked

Agence France Presse 03/04/2025

WASHINGTON, United States — US President Donald Trump shut down hopes Monday of an eleventh-hour deal with Canada and Mexico to avert sweeping tariffs, while signing an order to further hike duties on China. Trump had unveiled…

Mexico threatens to sue Google over ‘Gulf of America’ name change

Agence France Presse 02/14/2025

MEXICO CITY, Mexico — Mexico on Thursday threatened to sue Google over its changing the Gulf of Mexico’s name to “Gulf of America” for Maps users in the United States to comply with President Donald Trump’s executive…

Arthur Villanueva’s valiant stand in Mexico falls short

Glendale G. Rosal 02/08/2025

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former world title challenger and boxing veteran Arthur Villanueva put up a brave stand but fell short against world-rated Mexican Bryan Mercado in their 10-round bout in Sonora, Mexico, on February 7 (February…

Trump imposes tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, raising prospect of inflation and trade conflict

Associated Press 02/02/2025

PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump on Saturday signed an order to impose stiff tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada and China — fulfilling one of his post-campaign commitments to voters that also carries the…

Raquinel shocks Mexican foe, wins WBC Continental Americas title

Glendale G. Rosal 10/13/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Jayr “The Dreamer” Raquinel secured his first major regional title after a stunning upset victory over Mexican hometown favorite Yahir Frank in Hermosillo, Mexico, on Saturday, October 12 (October 13 Manila Time). Despite…

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