A surname is a family name shared by members of a family, usually passed down through generations. In many countries it comes last, but naming systems vary widely around the world. Understanding surnames matters for travel, paperwork, and sending money. Here is how surnames work across cultures.
If you are a US citizen flying to Mexico, you need a valid US passport book. If you travel by land or sea, you can use a passport book, a passport card, or another approved document. Requirements differ by how you travel and can change, so confirm before your trip. Here is what to know.
Mexico Independence Day is celebrated on September 16 each year, marking the start of the country's fight for independence from Spain in 1810. In 2026, the main celebrations center on the evening of September 15 and the day of September 16. Here is the history behind it and how families mark the occasion.
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For families living across borders, Children’s Day can hold a lot inside it. Pride. Homesickness. Excitement. The feeling of wanting to be there in person and finding other ways to show up instead.
Some gifts don’t come in a box or with a card. There’s no ribbon to untie. But this Mother’s Day, she has relief and she feels it right away.
Elizabeth lives in California and is a dual citizen of the U.S. and Mexico. She sends money home to her parents-in-law and sister-in-law in Mexico to help with everyday necessities, groceries, household expenses and unexpected needs.
A check can appear to clear and still be reversed. Learn how fake check and overpayment scams work, the warning signs, and what to do next.
A family member calls needing money urgently? Hang up and call them back on a number you know. Learn how grandparent scams work.
Learn what a romance scam is, the warning signs to watch for, and what to do if you've already sent money or think someone is targeting you.
