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Statue of Huastecan Female Ballplayer
The woman, carved in pale stone, wears a peaked headdress, circular earrings and the wide hip belt and kneepads of an ancient Mesoamerican athlete. Her expression is fierce, her pose triumphant. In her right hand, she grips the severed head of a sacrificial victim by the hair. The sculpture is [……]
Culture
The Monolith of Tlaloc
The Monolith of Tlaloc was discovered unexpectedly and has since been known as the largest man-made monolith in Mexico. Tlaloc is mostly known as the Aztec god of rain and thunder. Like many gods in other cultures, Tlaloc was believed to inhabit the mountaintops. Although Tlaloc was a positive deity [……]
Interesting Facts
Weird Food Phenomena
We savor food in many forms, from succulent meats and crumbly cheeses to creamy spreads and crispy crusts. Food nourishes, satisfies, and, most importantly, gives us life. But not everything is gravy when it comes to culinary consumption, as some of what we eat and drink comes packed with surprises. [……]
News
Bits & Pieces – May 2024
A little this & that from the media. • Air Canada to start direct flights into Tulum International this weekend https://riviera-maya-news.com/air-canada-to-start-direct-flights-into-tulum-international-this-weekend/2024.html • Is senior health care an untapped opportunity in Mexico https://mexiconewsdaily.com/business/is-senior-health-care-an-untapped-opportunity-in-mexico/ • Mayan train will be delayed again due to the construction of a cable-stayed bridge https://www.theyucatantimes.com/2024/04/mayan-train-will-be-delayed-again-due-to-the-construction-of-a-cable-stayed-bridge-amlo/ • Yucatán [……]
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Sunday Puzzle: You Better Make It LAST!
THE WEEKLY QUIZ FROM NPR PUZZLEMASTER WILL SHORTZ https://www.npr.org/2023/08/20/1194416790/sunday-puzzle-you-better-make-it-last On-air challenge: I’m going to name some things that are in categories — like days of the week or U.S. states. Each one I name is next-to-last alphabetically in its category. You name the one that’s last. Ex. Tuesday –> Wednesday (alphabetically [……]
Culture
The Iconic Cuera Garment
From front to back: Haeberli Piel’s Anabel Rodríguez, Anabel Cárdenas and Diana Morales at Los Pinos, where they exhibited their company’s traditional and innovative clothing. The northeast is not the best-known part of Mexico for many expats, but there is a very good chance you have seen the region’s contribution [……]
Health
Broccoli: My New Best Friend
Broccoli belongs to the Brassica oleracea species from the Brassicaceae family. It is closely related to cabbage, cauliflower, kale, and Brussels sprouts — all edible plants collectively referred to as cruciferous vegetables. Broccoli is rich in antioxidants and other plant compounds beneficial for various aspects of human health. Broccoli’s nutrient [……]
Akumal Foodie
Tacos de Canasta
The king of Mexican street food! Tacos de canasta came by their name because the sellers carried a basket filled with tacos on their bicycle. This type of taco is easily recognizable by its small size. It’s one of the most popular tacos in the country because it’s super affordable. [……]
Culture
Just How Old Are the Mexican Civilizations?
Mexico’s Olmecs are considered the “mother culture” of the Americas, and their monuments still stand today. (Shutterstock) Did you know that Mexico ranks among the oldest civilizations in the world as it was home to the Olmecs, dating back to 1200 B.C.? The Olmecs influenced various Mesoamerican cultures in modern-day [……]