Mexico Cuts School Year Short for Heat and the World Cup
Mexico is ending its school year nearly six weeks early, citing extreme heat and the looming start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Classes will wrap up June 5 — 40 days ahead of the original July 15 finish date. Education Secretary Mario Delgado announced the decision, saying the National Council of Educational Authorities voted…
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Travel
New Suburban Train Connects Mexico City to Felipe Ángeles Airport
Airport officials hope the new suburban train will boost activity at Felipe Ángeles International Airport, which has been widely avoided by travelers since first opening in 2022. The…
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New Rule to Officially Allow Uber Pickups at Mexico City Airport
Mexico’s most important airport seems to be on the verge of finally getting its act together when it comes to ride-sharing services. For a long time, travelers at…
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Tijuana Beyond the Border: What Travelers Actually Need to Know
Tijuana reality is more nuanced than either the old reputation or the new boosterism suggests. File photo Tijuana has always been a city that people think they understand…
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Why Semana Santa Is the Best Time to Visit Mexico City
Semana Santa is the ideal time to visit Mexico City and enjoy everything the city has to offer. Mexico City’s Semana Santa holiday period offers a rare combination:…
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Airline’s Stopover Program Turns Mexico City into a 2-for-1 Destination
International travelers flying through Mexico City will now be able to spend up to a week in the capital before continuing to…
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Bomb Scare Grounds Viva Aerobus Flight at Mexico City Airport
Luggage is inspected on the tarmac at Mexico City airport during a bomb scare. Photo: Social media A bomb threat against a…
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Citigroup Sells Another Chunk of Banamex — What It Means for Your Account
Banamex is becoming a fully Mexican bank. For the millions of customers it serves, including expats and foreign residents who have relied…
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