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Lost Maya city discovered deep in the jungles of MexicoArchaeologists discovered a lost Maya city hidden in the jungles of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula.
By Jennifer Nalewicki Published
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Colossal cave in Mexico that formed 15 million years ago is even more enormous than we thoughtThe Sistema Huautla in Oaxaca is the 10th deepest cave on Earth, and a explorers with a 2023 expedition to map the system have added over 700 feet to its length.
By Lydia Smith Published
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Watch 1st-ever footage of whale shark eating from the bottom of the oceanThe world's biggest shark species usually filter feeds, passively gathering krill and other plankton while swimming through the water. But new footage shows something entirely different.
By Ethan Freedman Published
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Deadly fungal meningitis outbreak linked to cosmetic procedures in MexicoAn outbreak of dangerous fungal infections has been tied to recent cosmetic procedures at specific clinics in Mexico. Health officials urge anyone who underwent such procedures to seek a medical evaluation right away.
By Nicoletta Lanese Published
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Surprise discovery of world's 2nd deepest blue hole could provide window into Earth's historyThe second deepest blue hole in the world has been discovered off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. The giant, underwater cavern is around 900 feet deep and spans an area of 147,000 square feet.
By Lydia Smith Published
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No, archaeologists haven't found 'elite housing' at Chichen ItzaArchaeologists haven't uncovered an elite housing complex at Chichen Itza, but there is news; a previously closed off area at the site will open to the public in 2023.
By Owen Jarus Published
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In rare attack, great white shark decapitates diver in Mexico. But why?A great white shark recently decapitated a Mexican fisher as he was diving for shellfish. But what was the reason for the unusually gruesome attack?
By Harry Baker Published
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Cinco de Mayo: Where Did The Piñata Originate?
This tradition was brought to the New World by the Spanish. But who brought piñatas to Spain?
By Heather Whipps Last updated
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Aztec Temple in Mexico City Contains the Remains of Sacrificed ChildrenAn ancient temple and ceremonial ball court dedicated to the Aztec wind god Ehécatl have been identified at a site in what is now a modern section of Mexico City.
By Mindy Weisberger Last updated
