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A woman sits on a window sill playing the jarana

What does protest sound like? For this Philadelphia activist, it’s the eight-string jarana.

Culture

A traditional instrument from Veracruz, Mexico has become the voice of immigration activism and community building in the US. And not just for activists, but for popular bands Las Cafeteras and JaroChicanos too.

Social media has role in drug cartel violence in Mexico

Environment

Name a Mexican city famous for its hot peppers

Lifestyle & Belief
RagaSON

‘RagaSON’ is an album that fuses Indian ragas with Mexican Son Jarocho

Arts, Culture & Media

What’s scaly, 14 feet long, and attracts a crowd?

Global Scan

Veracruz, Mexico Celebrates the 100th Birthday of Singer Toña La Negra

Arts, Culture & Media

Mexico is remembering one of its most celebrated singers, Toña La Negra, who was born 100 years ago this month.

Christmas Songs From a Childhood in Veracruz, Mexico

Arts, Culture & Media

Reporter Betto Arcos shares with us Christmas tunes he grew up singing and listening to as a child growing up in Veracruz, Mexico.

Cartel Violence and Social Media in Mexico

Conflict & Justice

In violent parts of Mexico, social media outlets have become valuable channels for an emerging network of citizen journalists and concerned citizens.