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Mexico

Archery-Mexico makes strong start at Archery World Cup opener, LA Games in sight

Mexican archer Dafne Quintero poses with a bronze medal at the Stage 1 Archery World Cup, in Puebla, Mexico, April 11, 2026. REUTERS/Angelica Medina
Mexican archer Dafne Quintero poses with a bronze medal at the Stage 1 Archery World Cup, in Puebla, Mexico, April 11, 2026. REUTERS/Angelica Medina

In Mexico, bread is the heart of daily life

A selection of breads at Panaderia Rosetta in Mexico City, Mexico, in March. Across the country, fresh bread is the standard, part of a centuries-old baking culture.
A selection of breads at Panaderia Rosetta in Mexico City, Mexico, in March. Across the country, fresh bread is the standard, part of a centuries-old baking culture.

Mexico Senate confirms North America diplomat Velasco as foreign minister

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is flanked by outgoing Foreign Minister Juan Ramon de la Fuente and new Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco at the National Palace in Mexico City, Mexico, April 1, 2026. Presidencia de Mexico/Handout via REUTERS
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is flanked by outgoing Foreign Minister Juan Ramon de la Fuente and new Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco at the National Palace in Mexico City, Mexico, April 1, 2026. Presidencia de Mexico/Handout via REUTERS

Mexico Senate confirms North America diplomat Velasco as foreign minister

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is flanked by outgoing Foreign Minister Juan Ramon de la Fuente and new Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco at the National Palace in Mexico City, Mexico, April 1, 2026. Presidencia de Mexico/Handout via REUTERS
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is flanked by outgoing Foreign Minister Juan Ramon de la Fuente and new Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco at the National Palace in Mexico City, Mexico, April 1, 2026. Presidencia de Mexico/Handout via REUTERS

USTR Greer says US-Mexico-Canada pact talks may run past July 1 deadline

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer speaks with reporters at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., October 30, 2025. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer speaks with reporters at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., October 30, 2025. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper

Ex-player Cuellar backs Mexico to break 'fifth-game' curse, warns of immigration hurdles

Fans line up outside Azteca Stadium, officially renamed Estadio Banorte, on the day of a friendly match between the national teams of Mexico and Portugal held to mark the stadium's inauguration, as Mexico prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, in Mexico City, Mexico, March 28, 2026. REUTERS/Quetzalli Nicte-Ha
Fans line up outside Azteca Stadium, officially renamed Estadio Banorte, on the day of a friendly match between the national teams of Mexico and Portugal held to mark the stadium's inauguration, as Mexico prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, in Mexico City, Mexico, March 28, 2026. REUTERS/Quetzalli Nicte-Ha

‘Sport of the future’? Padel’s Miami boom augurs well for US expansion

People play padel on a court in Miami, Florida, on March 22, 2026. Padel, the racket sport that originated among the elites of Latin America and Spain, has exploded in popularity in Miami. Fans say it will conquer the rest of the United States, and the world.
People play padel on a court in Miami, Florida, on March 22, 2026. Padel, the racket sport that originated among the elites of Latin America and Spain, has exploded in popularity in Miami. Fans say it will conquer the rest of the United States, and the world.

Mexico draw 1-1 with Belgium in Chicago ahead of World Cup

Mar 31, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Mexico defender Jorge Sanchez (2) and Belgium forward Mika Godts (26) battle for control of the ball during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Talia Sprague-Imagn Images
Mar 31, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Mexico defender Jorge Sanchez (2) and Belgium forward Mika Godts (26) battle for control of the ball during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Talia Sprague-Imagn Images

FIFA chief Infantino says Iran will play their World Cup matches in the US as planned

The first vice-president of the Iran football federation Mehdi Mohammad Nabi (right) greeting Fifa president Gianni Infantino before Iran's friendly with Costa Rica in Antalya, Turkey, on March 31, 2026.
The first vice-president of the Iran football federation Mehdi Mohammad Nabi (right) greeting Fifa president Gianni Infantino before Iran's friendly with Costa Rica in Antalya, Turkey, on March 31, 2026.

Infantino promises FIFA backing for Iran to play at World Cup

Soccer Football - International Friendly - Costa Rica v Iran - Mardan Sports Complex, Antalya, Turkey - March 31, 2026 FIFA president Gianni Infantino during the match REUTERS/Kaan Soyturk
Soccer Football - International Friendly - Costa Rica v Iran - Mardan Sports Complex, Antalya, Turkey - March 31, 2026 FIFA president Gianni Infantino during the match REUTERS/Kaan Soyturk

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.