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    The Last Queen of Italy, Marie-José of Belgium, in Mexico

    Queen Marie Jose in Mexico

    Marie-José of Belgium in Cuernavaca, Mexico Life in Cuernavaca in the 1990s Marie-José of Belgium, the last Queen of Italy, lived in Cuernavaca, Mexico, during the 1990s. She chose Cuernavaca primarily for its favorable climate, which was more suitable for her health and comfort compared to Europe. Residence and Activities Marie-José resided in Villa Lupo, […] More

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    Jarritos

    Jarritos

    Jarritos is a popular Mexican soft drink brand known for its wide variety of fruit-flavored sodas. Established in 1950 by Don Francisco “El Güero” Hill, Jarritos has become a beloved beverage in Mexico and among the Hispanic community in the United States. Key Features of Jarritos: Variety of Flavors: Jarritos offers numerous flavors, many of […] More

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    Vaquita Marina SOS

    Vaquita Marina

    Vaquita Marina The vaquita marina, or vaquita porpoise (Phocoena sinus), is the most endangered marine mammal in the world. Found only in the northern part of the Gulf of California, Mexico, this small porpoise is critically endangered due to illegal fishing practices. Key Facts: Endemic Region: The vaquita lives exclusively in a small area of […] More

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    Marilyn Monroe’s Birthday

    Marilyn Monroe & Mariachi Band in Mexico City.

    Marilyn Monroe was born on June 1st, 1926 BOTD. The Hollywood star whose legacy continues to captivate the world. While much has been written about her life, few people are aware of her personal and heartfelt connection to Mexico — a country that played a surprisingly meaningful role in her story. A Mexican Heritage Marilyn […] More

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    The Mexican Popemobile: From Pope Francis’ Mexico Tour to His Final Journey

    Pope Francis in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico.

    A Symbol of Humility A humble Dodge Ram pickup, gifted by Mexico for Pope Francis’ 2016 visit, became an enduring symbol of his legacy when it served as his funeral hearse in 2025. This Mexican-made truck, a Popemobile for vibrant crowds, carried the Pope on his final journey through Rome, embodying his lifelong commitment to […] More

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    Italian Fregare and Mexican Spanish Fregar

    fregar

    If someone in Rome says “Mi hai fregato!” or in Mexico City you hear “¡Me fregaste!”, they’re both saying “You tricked me!” or “You screwed me up!” These phrases, built on the verbs fregare (Italian) and fregar (Mexican Spanish), show a surprising link between two languages. Let’s break it down, with a peek at Rome’s […] More

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    Cebolla con rabo.

    Eugenio Derbez - Cebolla de Rabo

        You may need to watch this first:   https://spanishny.com/comedy-skit-by-mexican-actor-eugenio-derbez/   Rabo, which means “tail” in Spanish, refers to the green stalk of the onion. In Mexico, cebolla con rabo or onion with a tail is the term used for a scallion. For example, in the phrase: “Make sure you add the onion with the […] More

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    Comedy skit by Mexican actor Eugenio Derbez

    Pepe Roni by Eugenio Derbez

    Pepe Roni- Salmón Con Salsa Morita This video might be hard to follow. Eugenio Derbez delivers a rapid-fire mix of jokes and puns, most of which rely heavily on Mexican expressions and cultural references. Even if you speak Spanish from another country, many of the jokes may go over your head.     I will […] More

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    LO BUENO, LO MALO, LO INTERESANTE, LO MEJOR.

    Mastering expressions that use the neuter definite article “lo” can greatly enhance your Spanish skills. Below are some examples and their uses:   English Common Student Translation Using the Neuter Article The bad thing(s) La cosa mala Lo malo The best thing La cosa mejor Lo mejor The funny thing(s) La cosa chistosa/divertida Lo chistoso/divertido […] More

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    On her birthday: The Mystery of Frida Kahlo’s Voice

    Frida Kahlo

    Frida Kahlo, one of Mexico’s most iconic artists, was born on July 6, 1907. Her life and art have been extensively studied and celebrated worldwide. Despite the wealth of information about her, a notable mystery remains: no recordings of her voice are known to exist. Frida Kahlo’s life was tumultuous, marked by physical suffering and […] More

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    Tijuana: Celebrating 100 Years of the Caesar Salad: The 4th of July, 1924.

    Hotel Caesars Tijuana Mexico. The location where the Caesar's Salad was created.

    Caesar salad, one of the world’s most beloved salads, celebrates its 100th anniversary on July 4, 2024. This iconic dish was invented on the 4th of July, 1924 by Italian immigrant Caesar Cardini at his restaurant, Caesar’s, located on Avenida Revolución in Tijuana, Mexico. The creation of the Caesar salad is attributed to a moment […] More

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