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Mexico, or the United Mexican States, is a country located in North America, bordered at the north by the United States, and at the south by Guatemala and Belize in Central America. It is the northernmost and westernmost country in Latin... [more]

Mexico, or the United Mexican States, is a country located in North America, bordered at the north by the United States, and at the south by Guatemala and Belize in Central America. It is the northernmost and westernmost country in Latin America, and also the most populous Spanish-speaking country in the world. Mexico is home to about 111 million people, and it's a popular tourist destination for those looking for a fun time in the sun. Find more news and articles about Mexico here.

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Written by chrismonty on
Today is Cinco de Mayo , that wonderful time of year in between St. Patrick’s Day and Memorial Day when we all pretend we know Spanish, knock back a few tequilas, and get wasted. But why do we celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Here are 5 things about Cinco de Mayo history that you probably didn’t know … 1. Cinco de Mayo Celebrates Mexico’s Victory over France Mexico was indebted to several countries in Europe. In 1861, the country defaulted on those loans. France, however, wanted them to pay and, as their army hadn’t been beaten in over 50 years, they also decided to take ... Read Full Story
Written by Pumpernickel on
Cinco de Mayo is probably the most official unofficial holiday that ever was. Even in its country of origin, the fifth of May is not "an obligatory federal holiday." Rather, Cinco de Mayo has a policy of voluntary observance. This is something that the rest of the world has taken to heart, as evidenced by the numerous alcohol-laden events planned across the District of Columbia today. But let's be honest, Americans will use any excuse to drink heavily. As I'm sure everyone is well aware, Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May ... Read Full Story
Written by larryfire on
Cinco de Mayo is a date of great importance for the Mexican and Chicano communities. It marks the victory of the Mexican Army over the French at the Battle of Puebla. Althought the Mexican army was eventually defeated, th e “Batalla de Puebla” came to represent a symbol of Mexican unity and patriotism. With this victory, Mexico demonstrated to the world that Mexico and all of Latin America were willing to defend themselves of any foreign intervention. Especially those from imperialist states bent on world conquest. Cinco de Mayo’s history has its roots in the French Occupation of Mexico. The French occupation took shape ... Read Full Story
Written by tulsafood on
Food Blog submitted by - Heather Quinnelly I enjoyed my “Cinco” celebration and hope you did too! In honor of the holiday here are a few Cinco de Mayo facts via Mexonline.com : It commemorates the victory of the Mexican militia over the French army at The Battle Of Puebla in 1862. It is primarily a regional holiday celebrated in the Mexican state capital city of Puebla and throughout the state of Puebla, with some limited recognition in other parts of Mexico, and especially in U.S. cities with a significant Mexican population. It is not, as many people think, Mexico’s Independence Day , which ... Read Full Story
Written by yeahisaiditworld on
HAPPY CINCO DE MAYO BEECHES! Even though I’m not Mexican nor of Mexican decent, here’s a brief history of what this beautiful day among the Mexican community is all about, and by me living in Los Angeles where 80% of the population is Mexican/Latin, that means that I’m being picked up and carried away into Margarita Land too! This is just a brief synopsis: Cinco de Mayo is a date of great importance for the Mexican and Chicano communities. It marks the victory of the Mexican Army over the French at the Battle of Puebla. Althought the Mexican army was eventually defeated, the “Batalla ... Read Full Story
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Via El Universal: Suman 589 muertes por virus A H1N1 en el año. [589 deaths from H1N1 this year] Excerpt, with my translation:El virus de la influenza A H1N1 en México ha contagiado a 64 mil 585 personas en México...  
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According to El Espectador, Universal Music in Mexico has set a November 30 release date for METALLICA's "Orgullo, Pasión Y Gloria - Tres Noches En La Ciudad De México" (Pride, Passion And Glory Three Nights In Mexico City) DVD, recorded on June 4, 6 and 7 of this year at Foro Sol, Ciudad de México.  
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ACAPULCO , Mexico (AP) — Assailants killed two policemen and stole weapons in an attack Sunday on a warehouse used by police in the Pacific coast resort of Acapulco. The Public Safety Department in Guerrero state , where Acapulco is located, said ...  
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← Previous revision Revision as of 15:44, 16 November 2009 Line 25: Line 25: [http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2006/05/0505_060505_cinco_de_mayo.html "The anniversary of the victory is celebrated only sporadically in Mexico" - National Geographic] Accessed December 4, 2007 The holiday commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over [[France|French]] forces at the [[Battle of Puebla]] on...  
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National Autonomous University of Mexico - Research Institute of Applied Mathematics and Systems | kw: IIMAS; UNAM | MSC 00A69; 93-XX | gneneral applied mathematics; systems theory | BKL 31.80 | level: prof | *  
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