Veracruz

Los Aguas Aguas hail from Xalapa, the capital of the Mexican state of Veracruz.

How one band from Mexico addresses the violence in its hometown

Betto Arcos is from Xalapa, the capital of the Mexican state of Veracruz. It's a place where drug-related violence has taken hold. Arcos has the story of a music group from his hometown that's been transformed by the fear on the streets.

How one band from Mexico addresses the violence in its hometown
The Villalobos Brothers, a musical group of three brothers from Veracruz, Mexico, sing at the Mercury Lounge in New York City. Ernesto, Alberto and Luis have made their mark on the global music scene, but now they are focusing their songs on immigration i

How three violin-wielding brothers mix their music with immigration politics

How three violin-wielding brothers mix their music with immigration politics

The Polluter Pays Principle: Mexico Considers Chewing Gum Tax

The Polluter Pays Principle: Mexico Considers Chewing Gum Tax

New York band bringing urban flavor to Mexico's son jarocho music style

New York band bringing urban flavor to Mexico's son jarocho music style
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An Urban Twist to Son Jarocho Music

An Urban Twist to Son Jarocho Music

Mexican Army accused of thousands of human rights violations during war on drugs

In Mexico, 6,000 complaints have been filed against the Army for its action during the country's war on drugs. And while, the army retains support, many people are concerned about the number of Mexican who have merely gone missing — and not at the hands of the cartel.

Mexican Army accused of thousands of human rights violations during war on drugs
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Mexico's Army Accused of Human Rights Violations

As Mexico plunges further into its war against drugs, death tolls have climbed above 40,000. Increasingly, the military has been called upon to keep order in the most dangerous locations.

Mexico's Army Accused of Human Rights Violations

Social media has role in drug cartel violence in Mexico

Social media has revolutionized the way many humans communicate. In Mexico, that means it's become one of the only ways residents can get information about drug cartel violence. But that has the government nervous.

Social media has role in drug cartel violence in Mexico

Cartel Violence and Social Media in Mexico

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

Cartel Violence and Social Media in Mexico

Abortion and gay marriage new hot-button issues in Mexico

Since Mexico City has legalized both abortion and gay marriage, these have become politically-charged issues in Mexico.

Abortion and gay marriage new hot-button issues in Mexico