Narco-Politics, Violence, Extortion Rock Morelos State
A new column examines how organized crime's grip on local politics, coupled with rising violence and extortion, is destabilizing the Mexican state of Morelos.
Mexico Captures Regional CJNG Leader in Michoacán
Mexican authorities announced the arrest of a man known as 'El Señor de la T,' identified as a regional leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), in the western state of Michoacán.
UNAM Ranks Among Mexico’s Top 9 Universities Globally
Mexico's National Autonomous University (UNAM) has been listed among the country's nine best institutions in a recent global university ranking.
Opinion Piece Warns of AI Growing Out of Control
In a new opinion column for La Jornada, writer Pablo Gómez raises alarms about artificial intelligence developing faster than governments and societies can regulate it.
Mexico to Release New Ayotzinapa Case Report
Mexican authorities say a completed report on the 2014 disappearance of 43 Ayotzinapa students will soon be made public, incorporating new investigative leads, according to government official Godoy.
Trump Says US-Mexico Trade Deal Is Close
President Trump claims Washington and Mexico City are nearing what he calls an "excellent" trade agreement, though details remain scarce.
Mexico, US Push Trade Talks to Late September
Mexico and the United States have rescheduled their next round of trade negotiations to September 28-29, delaying what was expected to be a key discussion on bilateral commerce.
Mexican Families Pack Streets for Independence Day Parade
Crowds of families turned out across Mexico City to watch the traditional military parade marking the country's Independence Day celebrations.
Trump Praises Mexico’s Drug Fight, Demands More Action
President Trump acknowledged progress by Mexico in combating drug trafficking but pushed for tougher prosecution of officials allegedly tied to corruption and cartels.
Suspect Named in Killing of Spanish Exchange Student
Mexican prosecutors have issued an arrest warrant for a man identified as Francisco Javier 'N,' accused of murdering Spanish exchange student Claudia Tacoronte Aguilera.