Mexico

Nasa's chilling space image: One of the world's largest cities is sinking almost 10 inches a year

May 06, 2026 4:22 pm

Decades of excessive groundwater extraction have caused the land above to gradually collapse.

Canadian tourist killed, 6 injured after gunman opens fire at Mexico's Teotihuacan pyramids

April 21, 2026 8:04 am

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the incident would be investigated.

Trump casts a shadow over one of Mexico’s deadliest states

March 11, 2026 6:26 pm

Some Sinaloa residents have questioned what a US intervention would accomplish. Several said they feared it could instead inflame the violence.

With El Mencho’s killing, understanding the rise and rise of Mexican drug cartels

March 03, 2026 4:48 pm

Mexican drug cartels have evolved into diversified and heavily armed, cross-border entities. A changing financial model, including diversified investments ranging from energy to avocados, played a role.

Mexican drug lord killed following trail led by romantic partner: How the capture of ‘El Mencho' unfolded

February 24, 2026 7:34 pm

His killing marks one of the most significant blows to Mexican cartels since the recapture of former Sinaloa Cartel boss Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán a decade ago.

Mexico sends thousands of soldiers to stop violence after cartel leader's death

February 24, 2026 10:58 am

Defence Secretary Ricardo Trevilla said 2,500 extra troops were deployed on Monday. The government said around 9,500 security personnel have been sent since Sunday.

Who was 'El Mencho', the feared cartel leader and Mexico's most wanted man, killed in military operation?

February 24, 2026 12:54 am

The killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel’s leader by the Mexican military on Sunday during an attempt to capture him was the biggest high-profile blow to the cartels.

El Mencho killed, Mexico erupts: Flights cancelled, tourists stranded. Safety guide for travellers

February 24, 2026 7:44 am

El Mencho killed in a Mexican military raid with US intelligence support, sparking violence, roadblocks and travel alerts across multiple states.

Watch: Violence erupts across Mexico after cartel leader ‘El Mencho’ killed in army raid

February 23, 2026 10:18 am

In Guadalajara, residents stayed inside their homes as smoke rose over parts of the city. Schools were cancelled in several states and security forces were placed on alert.

Mexico’s most wanted drug leader ‘El Mencho’ killed in military operation as violence spreads across several states

February 23, 2026 4:57 pm

The 59-year-old head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) died on Sunday after being seriously injured in clashes between his supporters and security forces in Jalisco state.

Trump's border crackdown triggers humanitarian crisis: Tens of thousands of migrants stranded in Mexico

January 25, 2025 6:47 am

Tens of thousands of migrants are stranded in Mexico due to Trump's border crackdown, leading to a humanitarian crisis with overcrowded shelters, scarce resources, and rising desperation.

Tens of thousands wait at US border for pandemic-era asylum restrictions to ease

December 21, 2022 3:14 pm

Skulls, flowers and colours: Mexicans remember their loved ones on ‘Day of the Dead’

October 30, 2022 3:17 pm

Día de Muertos is celebrated by most families in Mexico to remember and honor deceased loved ones, and allow them back in their homes, even just for an evening.

In photos: Hurricane Roslyn approaches Mexico, citizens prepare for devastating surge

October 23, 2022 2:46 pm

The US National Hurricane Center said early Sunday that Roslyn had become “extremely dangerous” with maximum sustained winds of 130 mph (215 kph).

Damaged roads, cracked walls: Mexico takes stock of destruction left behind by quake

September 21, 2022 11:17 am

A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck western Mexico on September 19 -- which also marks the anniversary of two devastating temblors in the country -- killing at least two people, damaging buildings, knocking out power and sending residents of Mexico City scrambling outside for safety.

In photos: Mexico celebrates Independence day with fireworks and music

September 16, 2022 2:59 pm

As Colorado River reaches tipping point, indigenous tribes work to protect water rights

September 12, 2022 9:09 pm

There is an intensifying crisis facing the Colorado River, which flows through southwestern US and northern Mexico.

In Mexico, images show Mennonites' traditions frozen in time

June 07, 2022 5:14 pm

Mennonites arrange their lives according to their religious beliefs; they have their own educational system and do not participate in the government or serve in the military.

Week in pictures: A look at most compelling photos from around the world

December 11, 2021 6:41 pm

From festival celebrations to protests, here are the best photos of this week.

In pictures: Mexico's Andrea Meza wins the coveted Miss Universe 2020 title

May 17, 2021 3:21 pm

After it was delayed by a year because of the pandemic, Mexico's Andrea Meza was crowned the 69th Miss Universe. She is the third Mexican beauty queen to win the pageant.

Donald Trump’s evolving rhetoric on the wall

June 22, 2020 6:06 pm

The core of US President Donald Trump’s argument for the southern border wall has remained largely the same. But as the fight wears on, his justification has expanded and details like cost and construction materials have evolved.

Michael Pena and Diego Luna reveal what to expect from Narcos: Mexico

June 22, 2020 6:11 pm

Michael Pena, Diego Luna and Eric Newman reveal the story of Netflix series Narcos: Mexico. The series revolves around Mexican drug lord Miguel Angel Felix Gallardo and DEA agent Enrique Camarena Salazar.

Pope Francis celebrates Mass for clergy in Michoacan, Mexico

February 17, 2016 4:44 pm