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Mexico City’s plan to tackle gentrification after angry protests against overtourism

Mexico City authorities have unveiled a preliminary plan to combat gentrification, following a week of intense protests over soaring housing costs. The rising prices are widely attributed to a surge in mass tourism and the influx of "digital nomads" – foreigners temporarily residing in the capital.

The Independent UK

Backlash against Mexico City gentrification echoes global anger at overtourism and rising rents

Protests this month laid bare the growing anger from locals against foreigners who have flocked to the Mexican capital since the coronavirus pandemic

The Guardian - AU

Will any NASCAR Cup driver actually challenge Shane van Gisbergen at Sonoma?

When NASCAR's top division went to Mexico City for the first time last month, Shane van Gisbergen (SVG) won in the biggest margin of victory seen in any Cup race in over 15 years. Just last week at the Chicago Street Course, he was once again victorious — this time, sweeping…

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He closed his store after years of threats. Why Mexico's extortion problem is getting worse

Extortion is crippling businesses across Mexico, forcing many to shut down

The Independent UK

How to avoid contributing to overtourism in Mexico City as residents protest against gentrification

Here’s our pick of the best neighbourhoods to stay and alternative museums, to help travellers tread lightly.

Euronews

‘We were on a flight to Mexico when the news came through: our surrogate was in early labour’

LIFE STORIES: After six years of a challenging fertility journey, Georgia Harrison, a 46-year-old vice-president of a medical communications agency and a yoga and meditation teacher, finally had her baby with the help of a surrogate in Mexico. But the journey there involved more pain and unexpected heartbreak than she…

The Independent UK

Mexican President Sheinbaum Criticizes March Against Gentrification: 'Xenophobic Displays'

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum criticized a march against gentrification and mass tourism in Mexico City, calling it "xenophobic"

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The best hotels in Mexico for design, beaches and all-out luxury – reviewed for 2025

From remote jungle retreats to luxurious beachside resorts, these are the best places to stay in Mexico

The Independent UK

Mexico's president calls march against mass tourism 'xenophobic.' Critics blame government failures

A fierce protest in Mexico City railing against gentrification and mass tourism was fueled by long-running government failures and active promotion to attract digital nomads, according to experts

The Independent UK

Shane van Gisbergen earns NASCAR Cup pole in Chicago with blistering lap

After a dominant victory in Mexico City, Shane van Gisbergen (SVG) remains the man to beat as NASCAR takes on the Chicago Street Course. He was nearly half a second faster than his closest competition, with Michael McDowell joining him on the front row.

Motorsport

How a Mexico win changed Shane van Gisbergen's strategy for Chicago NASCAR race

Shane van Gisbergen absolutely dominated in Mexico City, capturing the checkered flag with the biggest margin of victory seen in any NASCAR Cup race in over 15 years.

Motorsport

Protests against overtourism in Mexico City turn violent against visitors

Hundreds of protesters in Mexico City harassed tourists in the city’s hub

The Independent UK

We predict the outcome of every Round 2 matchup in NASCAR's $1 million challenge

At EchoPark Speedway (Atlanta), the field of 32 was cut in half as NASCAR's five-week in-season challenge officially got underway. Even with the expected chaos of a drafting track, no one expected a 23-car pileup that would help the No. 32 and No. 31 seeds defeat the No. 1 and…

Motorsport

Daniel Suarez on uncertain NASCAR future: "We’ll see what happens"

Daniel Suarez is the top non-American talent in NASCAR with wins across all three national divisions and a championship in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. The Mexican-born driver also earned a big victory in front of his home in NASCAR's recent visit to Mexico City, going from last to first in…

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Largest Human Pride Flag Ever Made by Mexican LGBTQ Activists Sets Global Record

More than five thousand LGBTQ+ activists converged on Mexico City's Zócalo to form the world's largest human LGBT flag.

Motorsport

Carson Hocevar expects payback, admits "this is the world I’ve made"

Carson Hocevar was once again in the middle of controversy in Mexico City. The fast, but highly aggressive driver was involved in a few incidents including another run-in with Ricky Stenhouse Jr.'s No. 47 Chevrolet.

Motorsport

Denny Hamlin earns Pocono pole as William Byron wrecks in wild qualifying session

Denny Hamlin missed the race in Mexico City, but it didn't seem to impact him as the NASCAR Cup Series rolled into Pocono. With a record seven wins at the 2.5-mile track, it was obvious that the No. 11 Toyota would be fast again, and in qualifying, no one could…

Sports Illustrated

NASCAR Driver's Team Fines Him $50,000 Over Derogatory Comments Toward Mexico City

Carson Hocevar apologized on social media Sunday night.

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Carson Hocevar fined for making insensitive comments about Mexico

Spire Motorsports have taken action against their own driver, Carson Hocevar. The NASCAR Cup Series competed in Mexico City for the first time last weekend in an event that was positively received by most of the garage.

Motorsport

Despite Mexico win, SVG says "I need to keep getting better to justify" Cup ride

When Shane van Gisbergen crossed the finish line in Mexico City, he was over 16 seconds clear of runner-up finisher Christopher Bell in the biggest margin of victory in any NASCAR Cup race since the 2009 season.

Motorsport

Why Shane van Gisbergen sought Max Verstappen's advice just before dominant NASCAR win

There's no doubt that three-time Supercars champion Shane van Gisbergen is one of the best road racers in NASCAR, again proving it in the inaugural Cup race at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City.

Motorsport

Shane van Gisbergen stuns in record 16+ second NASCAR Cup win in Mexico

Sunday in Mexico City, Shane van Gisbergen (SVG) was nearly unstoppable, driving off with the victory by almost 17 seconds. It ended up being the biggest margin of victory in any Cup race since the 2009 season. Christopher Bell finished a distant second with Chase Elliott third, but neither could even see…

The Sports Daily

5 Contenders To Win 1st NASCAR Cup Series Race In Mexico City

Although picking contenders to win at new NASCAR Cup Series tracks can be challenging, a handful of drivers have a great shot in Mexico City.

Motorsport

Local hero Daniel Suarez takes dramatic last to first NASCAR Xfinity Mexico win

Daniel Suarez did something incredible on Saturday, earning a dramatic victory in the NASCAR Xfinity Series' long-awaited return to Mexico City. He did it all in a backup car, starting 39th before steadily marching through the field.

The Sports Daily

NASCAR Qualifying: Shane Van Gisbergen Wins Mexico City Pole

Shane van Gisbergen led a rain-shortened NASCAR Cup Series qualifying round in Mexico City, capturing the pole for Trackhouse Racing.

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