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Kids, tires and turtles: Our CEO’s whirlwind tour of Loreto in Baja California Sur
Once a Baja skeptic, Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek found inspiration in the peninsula's natural beauty and great people on a recent trip.
Tourism trends in Los Cabos 2025: The year in graphs
Dive into the numbers behind the success story as we examine data that shows Los Cabos' meteoric rise.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: July 13th
Chocolate, con men and the CONCACAF Gold cup: Have you been following the news in Mexico this week?
Kids, tires and turtles: Our CEO’s whirlwind tour of Loreto in Baja California Sur
Once a Baja skeptic, Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek found inspiration in the peninsula's natural beauty and great people on a recent trip.
Tourism trends in Los Cabos 2025: The year in graphs
Dive into the numbers behind the success story as we examine data that shows Los Cabos' meteoric rise.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: July 13th
Chocolate, con men and the CONCACAF Gold cup: Have you been following the news in Mexico this week?
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The awkward truth behind Mexico City’s ‘Anti-gentrification”‘ protests
Were last week's anti-gentrification protests targeting the right people? Sarah DeVries takes a look.
MND Tutor | Traditions
Fight a jaguar for rain and marry a caiman for peace, Mexico's wonderful world of traditions takes the spotlight this week as we learn Spanish together.
American Airlines announces new flights from US to Mexico City and Querétaro
The Mexico City-Chicago route will begin year-round operations starting Oct. 26.
Canada tariffs and Mexican artificial intelligence research: Friday’s mañanera recapped
The president's perspective on the latest Trump tariffs, plans for a National Artificial Intelligence Lab and La Malinche were themes at Friday's presser.
Sinaloa Cartel leader Ovidio Guzmán pleads guilty to drug trafficking and organized crime charges...
Guzmán also admitted to overseeing the production and smuggling of fentanyl and other drugs as part of his plea deal.
Government ‘Wellness Chocolate’ is coming soon to a store near you
The quintessentially Mexican treat has been venerated since pre-Columbian times. Now the government's in the chocolate game, recognizing a sure-fire favorite when they see one.
Del Toro is at it again: Mexican star cyclist edges toward first place in...
After winning another stage of the Austrian cycling race, the Baja California native is now second in the overall standings.
Tepoztlán: Inside Mexico’s most powerful spiritual center
The quiet Morelos town has long been a haven for those seeking authentic spirituality — here's where to find it.
Why was there no ‘Middle Ages’ in Mexico?
When Europe was building grand cathedrals and forging empires, what was going on in the New World?
‘Our cash is in limbo’: Readers share how US sanctions on CIBanco, Intercam have...
From the survey responses we received, we got a sense of the frustration and anger of Intercam and CIBanco customers. Here's what readers are doing and saying about this uncertain situation.
What to cook in July: Seasonal Mexican delights off the beaten track
Embrace the flavors of summer in Mexico with our guide to July's freshest produce, featuring recipes for prickly pear, squash blossoms and more.
Where to Travel in Mexico 2025 Guide: Solo travelers
From Mérida's colonial charm to Oaxaca's vibrant culture, explore Mexico's most welcoming spots for your next solo journey.
The awkward truth behind Mexico City’s ‘Anti-gentrification”‘ protests
Were last week's anti-gentrification protests targeting the right people? Sarah DeVries takes a look.
MND Tutor | Traditions
Fight a jaguar for rain and marry a caiman for peace, Mexico's wonderful world of traditions takes the spotlight this week as we learn Spanish together.
American Airlines announces new flights from US to Mexico City and Querétaro
The Mexico City-Chicago route will begin year-round operations starting Oct. 26.
Canada tariffs and Mexican artificial intelligence research: Friday’s mañanera recapped
The president's perspective on the latest Trump tariffs, plans for a National Artificial Intelligence Lab and La Malinche were themes at Friday's presser.
Sinaloa Cartel leader Ovidio Guzmán pleads guilty to drug trafficking and organized crime charges in the US
Guzmán also admitted to overseeing the production and smuggling of fentanyl and other drugs as part of his plea deal.
Government ‘Wellness Chocolate’ is coming soon to a store near you
The quintessentially Mexican treat has been venerated since pre-Columbian times. Now the government's in the chocolate game, recognizing a sure-fire favorite when they see one.
Inflation eases in June, but not enough to rule out a...
The positive news was tempered by an accelaration of core inflation, suggesting that Mexico's central bank might end its four-month streak of 50-basis-points rate cuts.
Kids, tires and turtles: Our CEO’s whirlwind tour of Loreto in Baja California Sur
Once a Baja skeptic, Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek found inspiration in the peninsula's natural beauty and great people on a recent trip.
Is long-form journalism dead? A perspective from our CEO
As attention spans shrink, a good deep-dive story still has the power to captivate, CEO Travis Bembenek writes.
Lessons on life from seat 2C: A perspective from our CEO
Travis Bembenek shares what he learned from a brief encounter that left a lasting impact.
How do we make sure that AI doesn’t make us dumber? A perspective from...
AI can make us smarter or it can make us lazier. CEO Travis Bembenek shares how Mexico News Daily is working to offer readers the good kind of AI.
Mexican auto industry rebounds in June with record production
After contracting the previous five months, the number of light vehicles assembled in Mexico during the first half of 2025 was higher than in any January-June period on record.
Exports to US rebound in May after tariff-induced turbulence
After an unusually weak April, Mexican companies appear to be adapting to new market conditions.
Will Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ hurt nearshoring in Mexico? Thursday’s mañanera recapped
The impact of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" in Mexico and Sinaloa Cartel leader Ovidio Guzmán's legal case were points of discussion at the Thursday presser.
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Mexico attracts US $3.7B in Spanish investment in Q1 2025 following record 2024
First-quarter investment figures provide further evidence of Spain's growing confidence in Mexico, after Spanish firms invested €3.3 billion (US$3.86 billion) in 2024.
US tax on remittances could reduce household spending by 25%, says ANPEC
The president of the National Alliance of Small Business Owners (ANPEC) warned that the new 1% tax on cash remittances sent from the U.S. to Mexico could devastate domestic consumption.
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USD
18.62
CAD
13.60
EUR
21.77
US again halts imports of Mexican cattle over screwworm concerns: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
Sheinbaum responded to the latest U.S. reversal on cattle imports before touching on tomato tariff negotiations and the state of Mexico's job market.
Sheinbaum gives a masterclass on gentrification: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
The president spent a large portion of her press conference on Wednesday providing reporters with an analysis of gentrification and some ideas about what the government should do about it.
Canada tariffs and Mexican artificial intelligence research: Friday’s mañanera recapped
The president's perspective on the latest Trump tariffs, plans for a National Artificial Intelligence Lab and La Malinche were themes at Friday's presser.
![Sheinbaum said on Monday that gentrification "was a phenomenon that occurred after the pandemic [with] the so-called digital nomads."](https://mexiconewsdaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/1038977_Sheinbaum-conferencia-matutina_impreso-100x70.jpg "Sheinbaum condemns xenophobia, promises action against gentrification: Monday’s mañanera recapped")
The awkward truth behind Mexico City’s ‘Anti-gentrification”‘ protests
Were last week's anti-gentrification protests targeting the right people? Sarah DeVries takes a look.
Toilets with sinks and neon dog sculptures: The kitschy appeal of Galerias El Triunfo
Part store, part surreal, art installation, Galerias El Triunfo has conquered Mexicans' hearts, one kitschy baroque cherub statue at a time.
What’s on in Puerto Vallarta in July?
Ballet, comedy and even a crocodile run (reptiles optional) — it's all going on in the Bay of Banderas.
Tourism trends in Los Cabos 2025: The year in graphs
Dive into the numbers behind the success story as we examine data that shows Los Cabos' meteoric rise.
American Airlines announces new flights from US to Mexico City and Querétaro
The Mexico City-Chicago route will begin year-round operations starting Oct. 26.
Tepoztlán: Inside Mexico’s most powerful spiritual center
The quiet Morelos town has long been a haven for those seeking authentic spirituality — here's where to find it.
Toilets with sinks and neon dog sculptures: The kitschy appeal of Galerias El Triunfo
Part store, part surreal, art installation, Galerias El Triunfo has conquered Mexicans' hearts, one kitschy baroque cherub statue at a time.
What’s on in Puerto Vallarta in July?
Ballet, comedy and even a crocodile run (reptiles optional) — it's all going on in the Bay of Banderas.
Is long-form journalism dead? A perspective from our CEO
As attention spans shrink, a good deep-dive story still has the power to captivate, CEO Travis Bembenek writes.
Lessons on life from seat 2C: A perspective from our CEO
Travis Bembenek shares what he learned from a brief encounter that left a lasting impact.
Want to buy property in Mexico? Check this guide to Mexico’s real estate expos...
Prepare yourself for navigating Mexico's thriving property market with our comprehensive guide to the country's top real estate trade fairs.
A touch of Frank Lloyd Wright in San Miguel de Allende
Gustavo Cruz Gómez once restored the famed windows of Frank Lloyd Wright homes. Now his master work is available in San Miguel de Allende.
The Querétaro Hay Festival turns ten
Celebrity, culture and conversations collide at the Mexican edition of the world's most prestigious literature festival
Isaac Hernández debuts as first Mexican principal of the American Ballet Theatre
Born in Guadalajara, 35-year-old Isaac Hernández trained as a dancer in the backyard with his father and has now risen to the pinnacle of his profession.
Del Toro is at it again: Mexican star cyclist edges toward first place in...
After winning another stage of the Austrian cycling race, the Baja California native is now second in the overall standings.
Travel + Leisure magazine again names San Miguel de Allende the ‘Best City in...
Mexico's colonial crown jewel — home to a sizable American community — in the state of Guanajuato was honored by Travel + Leisure for the fourth time.
American Airlines announces new flights from US to Mexico City and Querétaro
The Mexico City-Chicago route will begin year-round operations starting Oct. 26.
Tepoztlán: Inside Mexico’s most powerful spiritual center
The quiet Morelos town has long been a haven for those seeking authentic spirituality — here's where to find it.
What to cook in July: Seasonal Mexican delights off the beaten track
Embrace the flavors of summer in Mexico with our guide to July's freshest produce, featuring recipes for prickly pear, squash blossoms and more.
Strange fruit: Mexico’s weird and wonderful natural treats
The magic of Mexico's biodiversity is as delicious as it is varied.
Mexico City has rainiest June in 21 years
In the past 25 days, more than 220 million cubic meters of water have fallen on the capital, which has caused capitalinos to consider adding a new umbrella to their weekly grocery list.
Grupo Pinsa agrees to conserve Sinaloa watershed in effort to neutralize water footprint
Grupo Pinsa, Sinaloa’s largest employer, signed an agreement with the National Forestry Commission to replenish the upper Presidio River Basin, equivalent to the volume of water used by the company in one year.
Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?
All you need to know about Eastern medicine in Mexico
Traditional Chinese medicine in Mexico is bigger than ever, with licensed practitioners all over the country offering a variety of techniques.
Why was there no ‘Middle Ages’ in Mexico?
When Europe was building grand cathedrals and forging empires, what was going on in the New World?
The Querétaro Hay Festival turns ten
Celebrity, culture and conversations collide at the Mexican edition of the world's most prestigious literature festival
Isaac Hernández debuts as first Mexican principal of the American Ballet Theatre
Born in Guadalajara, 35-year-old Isaac Hernández trained as a dancer in the backyard with his father and has now risen to the pinnacle of his profession.
Government ‘Wellness Chocolate’ is coming soon to a store near you
The quintessentially Mexican treat has been venerated since pre-Columbian times. Now the government's in the chocolate game, recognizing a sure-fire favorite when they see one.
Del Toro is at it again: Mexican star cyclist edges toward first place in the Tour of Austria
After winning another stage of the Austrian cycling race, the Baja California native is now second in the overall standings.
Travel + Leisure magazine again names San Miguel de Allende the ‘Best City in the World’
Mexico's colonial crown jewel — home to a sizable American community — in the state of Guanajuato was honored by Travel + Leisure for the fourth time.
Sinaloa Cartel leader Ovidio Guzmán pleads guilty to drug trafficking and organized crime charges...
Guzmán also admitted to overseeing the production and smuggling of fentanyl and other drugs as part of his plea deal.
Sheinbaum promises more resources for consulates after ‘unjust’ ICE raids in California
The military-style immigration raids on two California farms on Thursday drew sharp criticism and a pledge to action from Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.
How the Mexican security minister’s slip of the tongue rankled Salvadoran President Bukele
President Bukele took exception after García Harfuch's identified a drug-smuggling plane as coming from El Salvador.
Highway robbery near Guadalajara nets 6 million pesos worth of gold and silver
Such open-road heists have risen in frequency recently and could pose a threat to potential investors otherwise attracted by nearshoring opportunities.
How a Mexico City studio is championing truly fair artisan partnerships
Artist Melissa Ávila's interior decor studio's support of Mexican artisans goes far beyond simply collecting and reselling their handicrafts.
Want to buy property in Mexico? Check this guide to Mexico’s real estate expos...
Prepare yourself for navigating Mexico's thriving property market with our comprehensive guide to the country's top real estate trade fairs.
A touch of Frank Lloyd Wright in San Miguel de Allende
Gustavo Cruz Gómez once restored the famed windows of Frank Lloyd Wright homes. Now his master work is available in San Miguel de Allende.
An unusually rainy June brings drought relief and flooding to Mexico
Midway into the rainy season, Mexico's reservoirs are 45% full on average — a big improvement over last month, but still less than historical norms.
Mexico City has rainiest June in 21 years
In the past 25 days, more than 220 million cubic meters of water have fallen on the capital, which has caused capitalinos to consider adding a new umbrella to their weekly grocery list.
Grupo Pinsa agrees to conserve Sinaloa watershed in effort to neutralize water footprint
Grupo Pinsa, Sinaloa’s largest employer, signed an agreement with the National Forestry Commission to replenish the upper Presidio River Basin, equivalent to the volume of water used by the company in one year.
A guide to medical tourism in Los Cabos
These Baja California Sur hospitals are modern and clean and cost a fraction of the price of those at home, worth considering for an upcoming procedure.
Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?
All you need to know about Eastern medicine in Mexico
Traditional Chinese medicine in Mexico is bigger than ever, with licensed practitioners all over the country offering a variety of techniques.
Mexican auto industry rebounds in June with record production
After contracting the previous five months, the number of light vehicles assembled in Mexico during the first half of 2025 was higher than in any January-June period on record.
Exports to US rebound in May after tariff-induced turbulence
After an unusually weak April, Mexican companies appear to be adapting to new market conditions.
Will Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ hurt nearshoring in Mexico? Thursday’s mañanera recapped
The impact of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" in Mexico and Sinaloa Cartel leader Ovidio Guzmán's legal case were points of discussion at the Thursday presser.
‘Our cash is in limbo’: Readers share how US sanctions on CIBanco, Intercam have...
From the survey responses we received, we got a sense of the frustration and anger of Intercam and CIBanco customers. Here's what readers are doing and saying about this uncertain situation.
What to cook in July: Seasonal Mexican delights off the beaten track
Embrace the flavors of summer in Mexico with our guide to July's freshest produce, featuring recipes for prickly pear, squash blossoms and more.
Where to Travel in Mexico 2025 Guide: Solo travelers
From Mérida's colonial charm to Oaxaca's vibrant culture, explore Mexico's most welcoming spots for your next solo journey.
Temporary marriages: a surprising proposal from a ‘conservative’ place
It's a radical idea, but not one without merit, argues Sarah DeVries.
Coahuila — Mexico’s newest wine country behemoth: Part 2
Sommelier Diana Serratos continues her deep dive into the vineyards and grapes that make this northern state a titan of viticulture.
What to cook in July: Seasonal Mexican delights off the beaten track
Embrace the flavors of summer in Mexico with our guide to July's freshest produce, featuring recipes for prickly pear, squash blossoms and more.
Strange fruit: Mexico’s weird and wonderful natural treats
The magic of Mexico's biodiversity is as delicious as it is varied.
Taste of Mexico: Jícama
Slice, fry, garnish and chip, the humble Jícama goes with just about any Mexican food that you can think of.