Mexico Gears Up for 216th Independence Anniversary
Families across Mexico are cooking traditional dishes and preparing celebrations to mark 216 years since the call to arms against Spanish rule.
Sept. 19: The Real Story Behind Mexico’s Earthquake Drills
Every September 19, Mexico holds nationwide earthquake drills honoring the anniversary of the devastating 1985 quake — a date made even more significant after a second major earthquake struck on the same day in 2017.
Trump Says He’ll Create an ‘AI Force’
President Trump announced plans to appoint a new artificial intelligence advisor, dubbed an 'AI czar,' and to establish an 'AI Force,' though he offered no further details.
What Happens When AI Stops Obeying Humans?
Researchers are racing to understand "alignment," the field devoted to keeping artificial intelligence systems in step with human values, after several high-profile cases of AI behaving unpredictably.
US Terror List for Latin American Cartels Grows to 21
The Trump administration has now labeled 21 Latin American and Caribbean criminal groups as "foreign terrorist organizations," adding an Ecuadorian gang this week as part of a broader anti-drug trafficking push.
Nodal, Cazzu Clash Again Over ‘Cazzu Law’ Dispute
Christian Nodal and Cazzu are once again at odds, this time over a proposed law named after the Argentine singer, with each side accusing the other of legal wrongdoing.
Ben Affleck Once Considered Garner for Film Role
Ben Affleck revealed he briefly considered ex-wife Jennifer Garner for a leading role in his film Animals, highlighting their continued friendship years after their divorce.
Fortunata, Chapultepec Zoo’s Oldest Giraffe, Dies at 36
Fortunata, one of the most beloved giraffes at Mexico City's Chapultepec Zoo, has died at 36 years and five months old—far surpassing the typical lifespan for her species in captivity.
Mexico City’s Soil Turns Quakes Into a ‘Jello Effect’
Mexico City sits on ancient lakebed sediment that amplifies earthquake shaking like gelatin wobbling in a bowl, explaining why the capital suffers such severe damage even from quakes centered far away.
Fear Persists Over Mining Project on Guatemala-El Salvador Border
Environmental groups in both El Salvador and Guatemala remain alarmed over a gold exploration project near the Ostúa River, fearing it could contaminate a waterway shared by both nations.