Interesting Things with JC #637: "Cinco de Mayo" is a holiday that commemorates the Mexican army's victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.

It celebrates Mexican culture and heritage with traditional food, music, and dancing, and is a reminder of Mexico's rich history, resilience, and ongoing struggle for independence and freedom.

Interesting Things with JC #433: The name "Plains Indian Sign Language" (PISL), also known as "Hand Talk," "Plains Sign Talk," and "First Nation Sign Language," refers to a trading language used by several Plains Nations in what is now central Canada, the central and western United States, and northern Mexico.

Interesting Things with JC #432: "Jack Johnson" is one of the most significant heavyweight champions of all time.

Interesting Things with JC #311: "Self Closing Drawer Slides" include a stationary housing, a slider, and a latch. While the housing is coupled to a cabinet or drawer, dampers are used to slow the movement of the drawer, while engaging a latch towards closure.

Interesting Things with JC #234 - on April 6th 2016, the first baby born with DNA from 3 parents through mitochondrial transfer happened in Mexico. The technique is designed to help couples who carry rare genetic mutations have healthy children.

Chorizo is made from coarsely chopped pork and fat, with chilli spice, paprika, and garlic. Recipe ingredients might vary a bit. While the basic recipe remains the same, there are literally thousands of varieties across the globe. The legendary Chorizo Iberíco is made from the highly prized meat of Iberian pigs specially farmed in oak forests feasting almost exclusively on acorns!