Mexico

World News: Green Party Gets Ban on Mexico City Circus Animal Performances, Games; Owners Have Year to Find Animals New Homes

On Wednesday, using animals in circus performances became illegal by law in Mexico City. On Wednesday, using animals in circus performances became illegal by law in Mexico City.

Art in Mexico: Nation's Artists Have Option of Donating Work Instead of Paying Taxes

Artists in Mexico have a unique option of how they choose to pay their income taxes each year. Artists in Mexico have a unique option of how they want to pay their income taxes each year.

Mexico Moves to Restrict Junk Food TV Ads in Effort to Combat Obesity

Number of overweight and obese people in Mexico has doubled since 1980 As Mexico has made its way toward becoming a developed country, its obesity rates are climbing alarmingly close to its northern neighbor.

Undocumented Immigration Reform: Migrants Continue to Cross Via River, Train as Mexico Fails to Release Plans on Securing Guatemala Border

Despite Mexico's promise to help the United States' illegal immigration problem by securing its Guatemalan border, plans have yet to be specified, and illegal immigration continues.

CNN Immigration Panel Stirs Up Controversy: Mexican-Born Comedian Paul Rodriguez, Host Don Lemon Discuss Debate

The immigration debate has reached a new crescendo after Don Lemon's recent segment on CNN. The immigration debate has reached a new crescendo after Don Lemon's recent segment on CNN.

Miss Nevada Star Nia Sanchez Wants to Inspire Latinas, Hopes Learning Spanish Is in Her 'Genes'

Plus, find out what the beauty queen is up to these days. Miss USA 2014 Nia Sanchez has not only won the crown; she also has gained the support of the Latino community.

World Cup 2014: World Cup Tournament Brings Together People of All Cultures [Watch]

The month-long tournament that is the 2014 FIFA World Cup is finally over. As soccer fans across the world try to adjust to life without the "the beautiful game" in their life after Sunday's finale at Estádio Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro, Latin Post.com takes a look back at the fan experience throughout the World Cup that saw Latinos and people of different backgrounds come together as one to watch the biggest soccer tournament in the world.

Central America & Undocumented Immigrants: Mexico Vows to Restrict Illegal Travel

After a cargo train derailment in Mexico Wednesday, officials vow to curb the influx of illegal passengers risking their lives to enter the U.S. via Mexico.

Mexico & Poverty: Almost 45 Percent of Young Mexicans Face Food Shortages, Mortality Rates and Increasing Teen Pregnancies

Drug wars, teen pregnancies and lack of employment are some of the issues facing Mexico's youth. The growing population of youth in poverty and unemployed is only exacerbating the country's problems -- adding to increases in teen pregnancies and juvenile mortality rates.

Latin Social Media Wrap-Up: Is Sebastián Rulli Leaving Telenovelas?

Sebastián Rulli opened up about life after "Lo Que La Vida Me Robó." William Levy may have sworn off telenovelas last year, but is Sebastián Rulli next? The "Lo Que La Vida Me Robó" actor has admitted that he has no upcoming telenovela projects.

Mexican Vigilante Groups Keeping Cartels in Check

Vigilante groups are taking on drug cartels in a growing movement, highlighting the government's failure to quell kidnappings and drug trafficking.

Lupillo Rivera, La Arrolladora Banda El Limón Concert Stampede Kills 3

Gunshots were heard and panic ensued at a Mexican concert. After La Arrolladora Banda El Limón finished performing a song at an Ecatepec concert, a fight broke out, which killed three and injured 15.

Earthquake in Mexico & Guatemala: At Least 2 Dead After Magnitude-6.9 Quake Hits Mexico, Central America

A magnitude-6.9 earthquake on the Pacific Coast rocked a wide area in southern Mexico and Central America early Monday morning, causing at least two deaths and damage to dozens of homes in Guatemala.

Gun Control Laws: Mexico Activists Want Access to More Guns for Protection From Drug Cartels

The Directorate of Arms and Munitions Sales is Mexico's only gun store. The shop is run by the Mexican military, and it sells products such as 9mm handguns and semi-automatic rifles only to police departments. Under Mexican law, citizens can only purchase firearms such as "deer rifles and small handguns," The Washington Post reported. One Mexican military veteran is trying to change all that.

BMW Planning $1 Billion Plant in Mexico

The German automaker playing catch up with luxury rivals BMW plans to spend about $1 billion to develop a new factory in Mexico, looking to match two of its biggest competitors, sources have told Bloomberg.

Southwest Airlines Begins International Flight Service to Caribbean; Mexico Next?

The airline will now offer flights from the U.S. to the Caribbean Southwest Airlines on Tuesday flew into uncharted territory for the company, with its first-ever international flight, according to a story from USA Today.

Mexican Forces Kill 22 Suspected Gang Members in Shootout

Warehouse shootout was among the bloodiest since President Pena Nieto took office. Mexican soldiers killed 22 people on Monday at a warehouse in central Mexico in a firefight that left one soldier injured, the Mexican Defense Department said, according to a USA Today report.

Court Ruling: Family of Mexican Teen Killed on Mexico Soil Can Sue US Border Patrol Agent Who Acted With 'Shocking Malice'

On Monday, a federal court of appeals in New Orleans ruled that a Mexican teenager who a Border Patrol agent killed on Mexican soil was protected by the U.S. Constitution, and thus his family can file a civil lawsuit against the agent.

2014 FIFA World Cup: Ranking the Top Goals of the Brazil Tournament So Far (Watch)

The 2014 World Cup has provided some memorable goals. Some of these goals eliminated a country, while others sent another country to the round of 16. Let's count down the best goals of the World Cup so far.

Lawyer Defending US Marine Held in Mexico Prison Says He Will Not Ask for Prisoner Exchange

Fernando Benitez Alvarez del Castillo, the defense attorney of Andrew Tahmooressi, a U.S. Marine sergeant who has been in a Mexican prison since March 31 on weapons charges, will represent his client for the first time on July 9.

FIFA World Cup: Mexico Vs. Netherlands: Comparing Nations By Culture, Celebrities, Futbol History and More

Mexico and the Netherlands open up the 2014 FIFA World Cup knockout round weekend against one another. Latinpost.com compares these two countries on and off the field.
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