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Mexico EU Finalize Trade Agreement

The EU and Mexico announced Tuesday that they have concluded a trade agreement four years in the making. Mexico is the EU's second-largest trading partner in Latin America, after Brazil, and is responsible for €66 billion in products and services each year.

May 1 Mexico Dia del Trabajo

International Worker's Day commemorates the historic struggle of working people throughout the world. Though many Mexican workers don't have a lot to celebrate this year, May 1st is a Federal holiday known as 'Dia del Trabajo,' with banks and government offices closed.

Mexico New Pot Legalization Deadline

Mexico has once again delayed the legalization of marijuana. The decision, originally set for April 30, was postponed due to the pandemic. Because of this delay, lawmakers have to pass a bill during their next legislative session, scheduled for Sept 1 to Dec 15.

Avocados From Mexico Guac Contest

On Friday, Avocados From Mexico announced its Guac & Beyond Contest to help chefs impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The contest was designed to offer foodservice professionals some financial support and encourage chefs to share their creative and delicious ideas for guacamole.

Mexico Lucha Libre Masks Combat Virus

All around the world, the coronavirus pandemic has left people scrambling for protective face coverings. But in Mexico, where the masked stars of 'lucha libre' wrestling are already cultural icons, people are using their colorful masks to ward off the disease in style.

Mexican Red Cross Responders Airbnb

Airbnb announced that the global Frontline Stays program will be activated in Mexico starting Monday, April 27, in alliance with the Mexican Red Cross, in order to provide health workers with comfortable and convenient places to stay while they work to help contain the COVID-19 pandemic.

Daylight Saving Time in Mexico 2020

Daylight saving time begins in Mexico on the first Sunday in April, which means you'll need to turn your clocks ahead an hour at 2:00 am on Sunday, April 5, 2020. It's a change of only 60 minutes, but that's long enough to throw your sleep, and your mood, out of whack.

Mexico Company Global Recycling Hero

Mexico City based Ecolana was one of 10 global winners in the 2020 Global Recycling Day competition. Ecolana is a social impact company and digital platform that focuses on inclusive recycling initiatives. The $1,000 prize will be put towards its recycling programs for consumers and brands.

US Ambassador Mexico Virtual Town Hall

Please join U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Christopher Landau for a Virtual Town Hall Tuesday, March 31, at 3:30 pm as he discusses the most recent Department of State travel advice for U.S. citizens in light of COVID-19 and answers your questions.

Tiger Born Mexico Zoo Named Covid

Covid arrived in Mexico on March 14. But we're not talking about the deadly disease, in fact, this is happy news. 'Covid' is an adorable Bengal tiger born in a private zoo in Veracruz that is dedicated to rescuing animals from circuses and private collections.
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