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Mexico City authorities are introducing new rules for electric scooters, bikes, and motorcycles. Owners will now need a driver's license, plates, and a mandatory helmet. The goal is to improve road safety in the capital.

Users of the Mexico City Metro reported multiple failures on Line 3, causing significant delays and train stops. Passengers complained about the lack of information and poor conditions in the cars, such as excessive cold or lack of ventilation.

René Gómez, former editor-in-chief of a popular Mexican show, is allegedly held captive in a Mexico City rehabilitation center after a relapse. Journalists and the public demand immediate government intervention for his rescue.

Renowned psychic Ramses predicts a major earthquake for Mexico City and other states in March-April 2026, claiming it's caused by global missile launches and changes in the Earth's core, not natural processes.

In Mexico, there are beverages that are not just served; they also tell stories. These are mezcal and pulque, which belong to that special category of symbols that cross generations, regions, and social classes. One was born and consolidated as a distilled agave drink with a strong artisanal identity; the other comes from pre-Hispanic times as a beverage deeply linked to the maguey, the countryside, and community life. Together, they represent an essential part of the national culture, one that remains alive at fairs, markets, pulquerías, mezcalerías, and popular celebrations. This cultural centrality is not just a social perception: the Ministry of Agriculture recognizes that the heritage value of magueys and their uses is part of the intangible cultural heritage of the Mexican people, while the INPI highlights the historical, economic, and cultural importance of pulque for Mexico's indigenous peoples. This symbolic weight is also reflected in the numbers; according to the organizers of the Pulque and Mezcal Festival, in 2024 Mexico recorded a production of 11.3 million liters of mezcal, while pulque reaches an approximate annual production of 194 million liters. Beyond the volume, what's important is that these drinks are not relics of the past, but living expressions of consumption, artisanal work, and cultural belonging.

A teacher in Mexico City has been linked to a process for the alleged sexual privacy violation of a 16-year-old student. He is accused of secretly filming her with his phone during class. The incident was recorded by a classmate, leading to the teacher's arrest.

An exhibition celebrating the 60th anniversary of Salvador Elizondo's 'The Impact of Farabeuf' will open in Mexico City at El Colegio Nacional.

Head of Government of Mexico City, Clara Brugada, inaugurated the Rain Garden, a new infrastructure project designed to collect and infiltrate rainwater. The $22 million project aims to address water scarcity and flooding in the Azteca Stadium area, home to 40,000 families. The government is preparing for the upcoming rainy season, which coincides with the FIFA World Cup.

Mexico City's Citizen Security Secretariat reported the death of a woman who apparently fell from the 10th-12th floor of a building on the famous Paseo de la Reforma Avenue. Emergency services arrived at the scene to conduct an investigation.

A political battle is underway in Mexico City to fill a vacant congressional seat. Ángel Tamariz has re-emerged as the frontrunner, a move that could resolve the prolonged conflict but create new challenges ahead of elections and the World Cup.

Head of Government Clara Brugada met with the mayors of the 16 boroughs to discuss security and coordination ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The main focus was on combating crime, illegal alcohol sales, and preventing human trafficking, with an expected influx of at least two million visitors.

President Claudia Sheinbaum announced the opening of dialogue tables with teachers following their new protest in the capital. She emphasized that the education budget has already been increased and called for peaceful demonstrations.