While the Mexican flag is a familiar sight, not everyone knows the deep significance behind its colors and the striking coat of arms at its center. Here's a closer look at the history and meaning behind one of the world’s most recognizable symbols of nationalism.

Puerto Vallarta’s Isabel Medina Acevedo has been named Miss Intercontinental Jalisco 2026. The 27-year-old social worker and model is preparing for October’s national competition in Querétaro, where she will fight for the chance to represent Mexico in Egypt.

Celebrate Mexico at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens on September 15 with a family-friendly Fiesta Mexicana featuring traditional Lotería, a free mechanical bull, Mexican antojitos and drinks, and the traditional Grito de Independencia ceremony from 10 am to 3 pm.