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Nine die in campaign rally stage collapse

Nine people died and dozens were injured on May 22, when a fierce wind surge caused the collapse of a stage at a campaign rally for Lorenia Canavati, the Citizens Movement (MC) candidate for mayor of San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo Leon.


Prisoners vote for first time

Although convicted felons lose their right to vote in elections in Mexico, those being held in jail while awaiting trial and/or sentencing are theoretically eligible to cast their votes. This has rarely happened, however.

Schools failing to keep kids healthy

Detailed research carried out by two NGOs monitoring the quality of food sold in Mexican schools suggests that negligent educational establishments are contributing to the high levels of obesity and diabetes in the country.

Plenty to enjoy in the festive month of May

As temperatures continue rising throughout the hottest weeks of the year, a string of holidays will break everyday routines and help counteract heat-induced lethargy. Special dates coming up on the calendar over the next month include: