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US border wall expansion threatens memory of Porvenir massacre
An access road for construction on the U.S.-Mexico border wall in West Texas threatens the archaeological landscape of Porvenir, the site of a 1918 massacre of ethnic Mexican villagers.
Navy ramps up security presence in Mazatlán after high July homicide count
After Mazatlán in July recorded its highest monthly homicide total of the year, the Mexican Navy on Saturday announced the deployment of more than 1,700 of its personnel to the Sinaloa port and resort city.
Most avocado exports to the US have resumed after last week’s suspension
Some of the details of the "threat to U.S. interests" that caused the unilateral suspension have emerged, including intimidation towards U.S. inspectors and a general increase in extortion in Michoacán's avocado-producing belt.
US border wall expansion threatens memory of Porvenir massacre
An access road for construction on the U.S.-Mexico border wall in West Texas threatens the archaeological landscape of Porvenir, the site of a 1918 massacre of ethnic Mexican villagers.
Navy ramps up security presence in Mazatlán after high July homicide count
After Mazatlán in July recorded its highest monthly homicide total of the year, the Mexican Navy on Saturday announced the deployment of more than 1,700 of its personnel to the Sinaloa port and resort city.
Most avocado exports to the US have resumed after last week’s suspension
Some of the details of the "threat to U.S. interests" that caused the unilateral suspension have emerged, including intimidation towards U.S. inspectors and a general increase in extortion in Michoacán's avocado-producing belt.
Opinion: After growing up in Mexico, was I prepared for US high school?
Zella Golden, a rising senior at a northern California boarding school, completed primary and part of her secondary education in Mexico. The advantages far outweigh the obstacles she's experienced since transitioning to the U.S. academic system, she writes.
Taylor Farms recalls its Mexico-sourced jalapeños, cuts ties with Sinaloa supplier over salmonella scare
The voluntary recall of jalapeños and prepared foods containing them — all sourced in Mexico — comes just weeks after the same company removed iceberg lettuce from the market due to cyclosporiasis.
MND Local: Why is Puerto Vallarta so quiet right now?
Summer travel is typically slow in Puerto Vallarta. But not as slow as it is this year. Writer Charlotte Smith ponders why the city is so quiet right now.
Has Mexico reined in its inflation rate? Not yet, says Banxico chief
Mexico's annual headline inflation rate was 3.12% in July, down from 3.37% in June, and parked within close distance of the Bank of Mexico's (Banxico) target. Here's why Banxico Governor Victoria Rodríguez Ceja says the inflation fight isn't over.
At National Reforestation Day event, Sheinbaum floats new name for historic passage
The historic Paso de Cortés, a natural corridor located between the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes in central Mexico, will henceforth be known as “Paso de los Pueblos Indígenas” (Pass of the Indigenous Peoples), as announced by President Claudia Sheinbaum on Sunday.
Mexico defeats Team USA 2-0 to claim its 15th U-20 Concacaf championship
El Tri finished the 12-nation tournament with a perfect 6-0-0 record, scoring 17 goals and allowing just 1.
Sheinbaum pledges ‘all the support’ Colombia needs following deadly earthquake: Monday’s mañanera recapped
The 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck western Colombia this morning was among the topics of concern at today's mañanera, as well as the challenges regarding students' use of mobile devices inside and outside the classroom.
No lease? You still have tenant rights in Mexico
When expat Logan J. Gardner was threatened with sudden eviction, he investigated Mexican law and found out how it protects renters, even those here only for a few months.
Postcards from Mexico: On the beach in Playa del Carmen
Writer Ethan Jacobs sends his latest postcard from Mexico on the beach in Playa del Carmen, surrounded by life coaches, reiki healers and assorted "entrepreneurs."
Opinion: The real reason San Miguel de Allende feels so American
San Miguel de Allende is packed with American tourists — but is it actually better than Guanajuato or Querétaro? MND's summer intern says yes and no.
Mexico in Numbers: The peso’s wildest swings since 2000
From an all-time low of 8.94 to a record high of 25.12 pesos per dollar, see how Mexico's currency has swung in recent decades.
How US immigrants have shaped culinary culture in Mexico City
Immigration has always flowed both ways across the over 3,000 kilometer border between the U.S. and Mexico, writes Lydia Carey, with impacts that affect everything from gentrification to the Mexico City food scene.
Sheinbaum invites author of ‘The Anxious Generation’ to explain social media’s impacts on kids:...
U.S. psychologist Jonathan Haidt addressed today's mañanera, calling children's social media and touchscreen use a "public health problem" and urging parents not to give kids access to phones until at least age four to six.
How had I never heard of Guanajuato? A reflection by MND’s summer intern
MND summer intern Jared Tucker didn't expect to travel much in Mexico. A 24-hour trip to Guanajuato changed his mind — and made him wonder why more Americans don't visit.
Opinion: After growing up in Mexico, was I prepared for US high school?
Zella Golden, a rising senior at a northern California boarding school, completed primary and part of her secondary education in Mexico. The advantages far outweigh the obstacles she's experienced since transitioning to the U.S. academic system, she writes.
Taylor Farms recalls its Mexico-sourced jalapeños, cuts ties with Sinaloa supplier over salmonella scare
The voluntary recall of jalapeños and prepared foods containing them — all sourced in Mexico — comes just weeks after the same company removed iceberg lettuce from the market due to cyclosporiasis.
MND Local: Why is Puerto Vallarta so quiet right now?
Summer travel is typically slow in Puerto Vallarta. But not as slow as it is this year. Writer Charlotte Smith ponders why the city is so quiet right now.
Has Mexico reined in its inflation rate? Not yet, says Banxico chief
Mexico's annual headline inflation rate was 3.12% in July, down from 3.37% in June, and parked within close distance of the Bank of Mexico's (Banxico) target. Here's why Banxico Governor Victoria Rodríguez Ceja says the inflation fight isn't over.
At National Reforestation Day event, Sheinbaum floats new name for historic passage
The historic Paso de Cortés, a natural corridor located between the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes in central Mexico, will henceforth be known as “Paso de los Pueblos Indígenas” (Pass of the Indigenous Peoples), as announced by President Claudia Sheinbaum on Sunday.
Mexico defeats Team USA 2-0 to claim its 15th U-20 Concacaf championship
El Tri finished the 12-nation tournament with a perfect 6-0-0 record, scoring 17 goals and allowing just 1.
The Mexican peso hits its strongest level against the dollar in...
Helped by a steady Mexican interest rate and a negative U.S. job report, the peso followed its strong Thursday finish with continued gains through Friday.
Mexico and My Money: MND launches new series on personal finance
MND is launching Mexico and My Money, a weekly series on personal finance in Mexico — covering banking, currency exchange, investing and common mistakes for foreigners.
When legacy media’s hypocrisy gets called out: A perspective from our CEO
Legacy media got Mexico's story wrong — on the World Cup, on Mencho, on cartel violence — and won't admit it. MND CEO Travis Bembenek explains why.
Is Chipotle in Mexico a good or bad idea? A ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast
Chipotle's Mexico debut sparks debate — competition and choice, or cultural imposition? George and Travis weigh in on the newest episode of "Confidently Wrong."
Inflation in Mexico is now lower than in the United States — why that’s...
Mexico's inflation rate is currently trending down, while in the U.S., it is trending up. What could be expected for Mexico and Mexicans if this trend continues? CEO of MND Travis Bembenek outlines eight likely scenarios.
If San Miguel is going to stay the ‘best city in the world,’ it...
San Miguel de Allende just won "Best City in the World" again, but MND CEO Travis Bembenek says it can't coast on that title — here are nine ways the town should keep improving.
Opinion: After growing up in Mexico, was I prepared for US high school?
Zella Golden, a rising senior at a northern California boarding school, completed primary and part of her secondary education in Mexico. The advantages far outweigh the obstacles she's experienced since transitioning to the U.S. academic system, she writes.
Opinion: The real reason San Miguel de Allende feels so American
San Miguel de Allende is packed with American tourists — but is it actually better than Guanajuato or Querétaro? MND's summer intern says yes and no.
China’s approval rating in Mexico: Is it a genuine preference or evidence of a...
Mexican adults have a more favorable view of China than they do of the U.S., writes Maria Meléndez, and it's not particularly close. Among younger Mexicans, the gap is even larger.
How had I never heard of Guanajuato? A reflection by MND’s summer intern
MND summer intern Jared Tucker didn't expect to travel much in Mexico. A 24-hour trip to Guanajuato changed his mind — and made him wonder why more Americans don't visit.
Estadio Azteca owners lost an estimated $47M on FIFA’s most profitable World Cup ever
Grupo Ollamani reported steep losses tied to World Cup costs, including a payout of $53 million to FIFA over box-seat control, even as the tournament earned FIFA posted record profits.
Mexico in Numbers: The peso’s wildest swings since 2000
From an all-time low of 8.94 to a record high of 25.12 pesos per dollar, see how Mexico's currency has swung in recent decades.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.15
CAD
12.30
EUR
19.78
Mexico reestablishes diplomatic relations with Peru: Friday’s mañanera recapped
Peruvian political asylee Bettsy Chávez landed safely in Mexico as Sheinbaum announced restored relations with Peru, at a press conference also covering inflation, avocado exports and an ex-governor's arrest.
Sheinbaum rules out fracking for Mexico’s top shale basin, opens door elsewhere: Thursday’s mañanera...
Sheinbaum promised Thursday to adopt an expert panel's recommendation to ban hydraulic fracturing in the Tampico-Misantla basin in Veracruz, citing risks to biodiversity, water supplies and densely populated communities.
Sheinbaum pledges ‘all the support’ Colombia needs following deadly earthquake: Monday’s...
The 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck western Colombia this morning was among the topics of concern at today's mañanera, as well as the challenges regarding students' use of mobile devices inside and outside the classroom.
Opinion: After growing up in Mexico, was I prepared for US high school?
Zella Golden, a rising senior at a northern California boarding school, completed primary and part of her secondary education in Mexico. The advantages far outweigh the obstacles she's experienced since transitioning to the U.S. academic system, she writes.
No lease? You still have tenant rights in Mexico
When expat Logan J. Gardner was threatened with sudden eviction, he investigated Mexican law and found out how it protects renters, even those here only for a few months.
From the archive: A guide to Mexican nicknames and how they’re given
Mexican nicknames run the gamut from simple and affectionate to fantastically creative and hilariously cruel. Sarah DeVries explains why protestations are futile if you don't like your own moniker.
MND Local: Why is Puerto Vallarta so quiet right now?
Summer travel is typically slow in Puerto Vallarta. But not as slow as it is this year. Writer Charlotte Smith ponders why the city is so quiet right now.
Postcards from Mexico: On the beach in Playa del Carmen
Writer Ethan Jacobs sends his latest postcard from Mexico on the beach in Playa del Carmen, surrounded by life coaches, reiki healers and assorted "entrepreneurs."
Discovering Mexico: Puebla
A short hop from Mexico City, Puebla is the first real step to discovering a Mexico beyond the cliches.
No lease? You still have tenant rights in Mexico
When expat Logan J. Gardner was threatened with sudden eviction, he investigated Mexican law and found out how it protects renters, even those here only for a few months.
From the archive: A guide to Mexican nicknames and how they’re given
Mexican nicknames run the gamut from simple and affectionate to fantastically creative and hilariously cruel. Sarah DeVries explains why protestations are futile if you don't like your own moniker.
When legacy media’s hypocrisy gets called out: A perspective from our CEO
Legacy media got Mexico's story wrong — on the World Cup, on Mencho, on cartel violence — and won't admit it. MND CEO Travis Bembenek explains why.
Is Chipotle in Mexico a good or bad idea? A ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast
Chipotle's Mexico debut sparks debate — competition and choice, or cultural imposition? George and Travis weigh in on the newest episode of "Confidently Wrong."
Opinion: Why Guadalajara offers a credible supply chain alternative during the Iran crisis
The fuel crisis in the Straits of Hormuz isn't ending anytime soon, despite the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, and Guadalajara and its real estate market stand to prosper.
MND Local: FIFA World Cup security plans announced for Guadalajara, while real estate prices...
With World Cup games only a few weeks away in Guadalajara, the city has announced its security measures for the event, as well as other local news.
A celebration of Mexican artist Arturo García Bustos, 100 years after his birth
Acclaimed Mexican artist Arturo García Bustos would have turned 100 today. Writer Lydia Leija looks back at his life and legacy, from his iconic murals to his apprenticeship under Frida Kahlo.
An award-winning bakery launches a definitive ‘map’ of Mexico’s abundant bread types
The heritage of pan mexicano is so rich and varied that even diehard bread lovers can get lost. But bakers Ariana and Julio González have researched the subject and come up with an easy-to-follow guide to the abundant varieties.
Opinion: After growing up in Mexico, was I prepared for US high school?
Zella Golden, a rising senior at a northern California boarding school, completed primary and part of her secondary education in Mexico. The advantages far outweigh the obstacles she's experienced since transitioning to the U.S. academic system, she writes.
Taylor Farms recalls its Mexico-sourced jalapeños, cuts ties with Sinaloa supplier over salmonella scare
The voluntary recall of jalapeños and prepared foods containing them — all sourced in Mexico — comes just weeks after the same company removed iceberg lettuce from the market due to cyclosporiasis.
Postcards from Mexico: On the beach in Playa del Carmen
Writer Ethan Jacobs sends his latest postcard from Mexico on the beach in Playa del Carmen, surrounded by life coaches, reiki healers and assorted "entrepreneurs."
Discovering Mexico: Puebla
A short hop from Mexico City, Puebla is the first real step to discovering a Mexico beyond the cliches.
Taylor Farms recalls its Mexico-sourced jalapeños, cuts ties with Sinaloa supplier over salmonella scare
The voluntary recall of jalapeños and prepared foods containing them — all sourced in Mexico — comes just weeks after the same company removed iceberg lettuce from the market due to cyclosporiasis.
How US immigrants have shaped culinary culture in Mexico City
Immigration has always flowed both ways across the over 3,000 kilometer border between the U.S. and Mexico, writes Lydia Carey, with impacts that affect everything from gentrification to the Mexico City food scene.
Why is Chihuahua working on water projects with Israel?
A water cooperation agreement between the Chihuahua state government and the Israeli international cooperation agency MASHAV has become the center of social conflict and the cause of growing protests amid extreme water stress in the state.
In canceling La Parota dam, Sheinbaum details a different water plan for rural Acapulco
Concerns over the land expropriation process in northern Acapulco and a lack of agreements with local communities drove Sheinbaum to cancel the hydroelectric dam project in favor of radial wells.
How to get the most out of International Yoga Day 2026 in Mexico City
If you're spending International Yoga Day in Mexico City this month, here's the most relaxing and balanced itinerary imaginable, courtesy of capitalina Andrea Fischer.
Rancho La Puerta — From US $17.50 a day to one of the world’s...
Rancho La Puerta was founded in 1940 Edmond Szekely and his wife Deborah, and over the next 80+ years it would become perhaps the world's finest spa.
At National Reforestation Day event, Sheinbaum floats new name for historic passage
The historic Paso de Cortés, a natural corridor located between the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes in central Mexico, will henceforth be known as “Paso de los Pueblos Indígenas” (Pass of the Indigenous Peoples), as announced by President Claudia Sheinbaum on Sunday.
A celebration of Mexican artist Arturo García Bustos, 100 years after his birth
Acclaimed Mexican artist Arturo García Bustos would have turned 100 today. Writer Lydia Leija looks back at his life and legacy, from his iconic murals to his apprenticeship under Frida Kahlo.
An award-winning bakery launches a definitive ‘map’ of Mexico’s abundant bread types
The heritage of pan mexicano is so rich and varied that even diehard bread lovers can get lost. But bakers Ariana and Julio González have researched the subject and come up with an easy-to-follow guide to the abundant varieties.
Most avocado exports to the US have resumed after last week’s suspension
Some of the details of the "threat to U.S. interests" that caused the unilateral suspension have emerged, including intimidation towards U.S. inspectors and a general increase in extortion in Michoacán's avocado-producing belt.
Opinion: After growing up in Mexico, was I prepared for US high school?
Zella Golden, a rising senior at a northern California boarding school, completed primary and part of her secondary education in Mexico. The advantages far outweigh the obstacles she's experienced since transitioning to the U.S. academic system, she writes.
Taylor Farms recalls its Mexico-sourced jalapeños, cuts ties with Sinaloa supplier over salmonella scare
The voluntary recall of jalapeños and prepared foods containing them — all sourced in Mexico — comes just weeks after the same company removed iceberg lettuce from the market due to cyclosporiasis.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.15
CAD
12.30
EUR
19.78
El Jalapeño: Tulum named world’s happiest destination by company no one has ever heard...
Tulum is the "happiest place on Earth," according to a travel insurance company with no real experience of the destination.
El Jalapeño: In response to tequila tariffs, Mexico promises to raise duties on obscure...
Incensed by foreign taxes on tequila, Mexico plans to retaliate with tariffs aimed at making obscure foreign liquors even harder to find.
El Jalapeño: Sheinbaum warns of the dangers of social media on her social media...
President Sheinbaum is worried about the effects of social media on kids, a concern she recently shared via X, Instagram and TikTok.
El Jalapeño: Conjoined twins dominate synchronized swimming event in Mexico
Despite complaints from other competitors, conjoined twins took first place in synchronized swimming at an important recent meet.
El Jalapeño: Tourism ministry rebrands falling revenue as bold ‘low-value visitor’ strategy
Following recent news regarding the decline in "high-value visitors," tourist officials in Mexico have pivoted to an ambitious new plan.
MND Tutor | Guanajuato
Guanajuato is one of Mexico's most rewarding cities to visit, thanks to its historic architecture and vibrant drinking and dining scenes.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: August 8th
Foreign investment, food franchises and farm products. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
Mexico and My Money: MND launches new series on personal finance
MND is launching Mexico and My Money, a weekly series on personal finance in Mexico — covering banking, currency exchange, investing and common mistakes for foreigners.
Mexico in Numbers: The peso’s wildest swings since 2000
From an all-time low of 8.94 to a record high of 25.12 pesos per dollar, see how Mexico's currency has swung in recent decades.
The MND Sheinbaum Index™ for June 2026: The president’s highest score to date
The MND Sheinbaum Index™ takes eight of the most important government performance indicators and scores each one against a consistent methodology. Find out how Mexico is doing each month under the president's watch.
Wirikuta water festival spotlights a groundwater crisis felt across Mexico
The first-ever Wirikuta water festival begins today in San Luis Potosí to discuss the ongoing water crisis in Mexico as it affects local communities like the Indigenous Wixárika people.
Why is Chihuahua working on water projects with Israel?
A water cooperation agreement between the Chihuahua state government and the Israeli international cooperation agency MASHAV has become the center of social conflict and the cause of growing protests amid extreme water stress in the state.
In canceling La Parota dam, Sheinbaum details a different water plan for rural Acapulco
Concerns over the land expropriation process in northern Acapulco and a lack of agreements with local communities drove Sheinbaum to cancel the hydroelectric dam project in favor of radial wells.
Guadalajara residents receiving contaminated water will get an 80% discount on their bills
The water supplier (SIAPA), the Jalisco state Congress and the state Human Rights Commission are all involved in compensating residents for not receiving the clean water they're legally entitled to.
Feds and Jalisco state are joining forces to tackle water contamination in greater Guadalajara
Millions of area residents have been living with contaminated drinking water, mainly due to an antiquated Chapala aqueduct and pollution in the region's rivers from industrial discharges.
Here’s how to beat the hyperinflation gripping Mexico’s private health insurance market
Mexico's healthcare costs are spiralling. How can you keep spending down while still getting high quality care?
How to get the most out of International Yoga Day 2026 in Mexico City
If you're spending International Yoga Day in Mexico City this month, here's the most relaxing and balanced itinerary imaginable, courtesy of capitalina Andrea Fischer.
Rancho La Puerta — From US $17.50 a day to one of the world’s...
Rancho La Puerta was founded in 1940 Edmond Szekely and his wife Deborah, and over the next 80+ years it would become perhaps the world's finest spa.
Taiwanese AI firm Inventec announces US $450M expansion in Ciudad Juárez
The company’s expansion is expected to support the creation of up to 6,000 specialized jobs.
Kia will invest US $649 million to manufacture electric SUVs in Mexico
Kia's announcement is a welcome shot in the arm for Mexico's traditionally strong automotive sector that has been suffering recently from uncertainty not of its own making.
Trump re-imposes his tariffs, but Mexico gets a pass
Mexico is exempt from most of the new tariffs and is already paying the rest. So in President Sheinbaum's words, "Mexico remains exactly the same as we were a week ago.”
Opinion: The real reason San Miguel de Allende feels so American
San Miguel de Allende is packed with American tourists — but is it actually better than Guanajuato or Querétaro? MND's summer intern says yes and no.
Mexico in Numbers: The peso’s wildest swings since 2000
From an all-time low of 8.94 to a record high of 25.12 pesos per dollar, see how Mexico's currency has swung in recent decades.
How US immigrants have shaped culinary culture in Mexico City
Immigration has always flowed both ways across the over 3,000 kilometer border between the U.S. and Mexico, writes Lydia Carey, with impacts that affect everything from gentrification to the Mexico City food scene.
Sheinbaum invites author of ‘The Anxious Generation’ to explain social media’s impacts on kids:...
U.S. psychologist Jonathan Haidt addressed today's mañanera, calling children's social media and touchscreen use a "public health problem" and urging parents not to give kids access to phones until at least age four to six.
