James Wagner
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In Face of Trump Tariffs, Mexico Embraces Nationalism
Before the tariffs went into effect, approval ratings for President Claudia Sheinbaum rose and companies began marketing “Made in Mexico” products.
Why ‘Emilia Pérez,’ a Film About Mexico, Flopped in Mexico
The polarizing movie is up for 13 Academy Awards on Sunday. But in Mexico, it has been widely criticized for its depiction of the country.
Inter Miami versus Cruz Azul: Messi revoluciona a la Florida
Con su primer partido en el Inter Miami el viernes por la noche, el impacto de Messi ya se siente en una ciudad conocida como...
Messi Shines a Spotlight on Miami, and on Soccer in the U.S.
As his Inter Miami career begins with a match Friday night, Messi’s impact is already felt in a city known as the unofficial capital of...
Lionel Messi Gives M.L.S. First Taste of the Weight of His Star
One day after Messi’s contract with Inter Miami became official, the club presented him to fans in a rain-soaked stadium and on the league’s streaming...
Far From the Tour de France, Colombia Falls Hard for Cycling
Soccer still reigns supreme in Latin America, but a popular ride in the hills above Medellín showcases a nation’s second love.
The Mets, the Most Expensive Team in Baseball, Lose Again
For the Mets, another dispiriting defeat felt like more of the same. “Hopefully,” one Met said, “there’s light at the end of the tunnel.”
USMNT Beats Mexico Behind Two Pulisic Goals
Two goals from Christian Pulisic led the United States over Mexico in a nasty Nations League semifinal that was ended early because of homophobic chanting.
Padres Dominate Giants in MLB’s Mexico City Series
The first regular season games played in North America’s largest city were a rousing success, with players and fans raving about the experience. M.L.B. will...
Kodai Senga Thrives In His Mets Debut, Beating Marlins
In his first regular-season start since coming over from Japan, Kodai Senga baffled the Marlins with his signature pitch: the ghost fork.