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Volaris will end Tulum flights as airline exodus from the Caribbean coast resort continues
The suspensions reflect declining arrivals, partly due to natural causes like sargassum, but also to rising costs such as official fees for foreign visitors and reports of inflated unofficial charges for setting foot on the beaches or using bathrooms.
MND Local Puerto Vallarta: From Robbie Williams to trash fishing
Puerto Vallarta's event calendar is both busy and diverse, writes Gabriela Solis, with upcoming events in October ranging from a performance by British pop star Robbie Williams to a unique trash-fishing competition.
Mexico in Numbers: Health and healthcare
How much does Mexico spend on healthcare? How long does the average person live? Find the answers to these questions and more in this week's edition of Mexico in Numbers.
Volaris will end Tulum flights as airline exodus from the Caribbean coast resort continues
The suspensions reflect declining arrivals, partly due to natural causes like sargassum, but also to rising costs such as official fees for foreign visitors and reports of inflated unofficial charges for setting foot on the beaches or using bathrooms.
MND Local Puerto Vallarta: From Robbie Williams to trash fishing
Puerto Vallarta's event calendar is both busy and diverse, writes Gabriela Solis, with upcoming events in October ranging from a performance by British pop star Robbie Williams to a unique trash-fishing competition.
Mexico in Numbers: Health and healthcare
How much does Mexico spend on healthcare? How long does the average person live? Find the answers to these questions and more in this week's edition of Mexico in Numbers.
Two years in, Sheinbaum touts approval ratings of up to 75%: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
On the second anniversary of her presidential inauguration, Sheinbaum said her presidency has shown a generation of children that a woman can lead Mexico, and that polls show Mexicans approve of how she's doing it.
MND Local CDMX: From a new theater to a crackdown on counterfeit games
Mexico City has given new protections to traditional corn producers and the capital's most symbolic trees, while cracking down on counterfeit games, writes Drew Pittock.
Mexico and My Money: What to know about working with Mexican builders and contractors
Working with Mexican builders and tradespeople requires an understanding of different cultural expectations. Here are some useful lessons from the latest article in our Mexico and My Money series.
France woos Mexico as a stronger trade partner, citing US uncertainties
Trade officials from the two nations were gathered for the presentation of the France-Mexico Economic Report 2026, issued to commemorate 200 years of Mexico-France trade relations.
Court deals setback to controversial gas terminal on the Gulf of California
The construction delay is temporary and by no means cancels the LNG terminal, but it contributes to the momentum that has been building against the project seen as a threat to marine mammals and other wildlife in the "aquarium of the world."
2027 midterm elections in Mexico: Who are Morena’s top picks for governor?
Morena or its allies already govern 13 of the states where gubernatorial elections will be held next year. Aguascalientes, Nuevo León, Chihuahua and Querétaro are the states where the ruling party is aiming to make inroads.
Mexican Senate passes bill holding pet owners accountable for abuse or negligence
Animal abuse is expressly prohibited in the Mexican Constitution, but the bill, if passed by the lower house, will hold caregivers, including pet owners, accountable for meeting standards of treatment.
Flooding and landslides in Xalapa leave 2 dead, dozens of homes damaged
Intense rains on Monday and Tuesday in the capital of Veracruz caused damage in 43 neighborhoods and affected at least 60 homes, according to initial government reports.
El Jalapeño: Ensenada fisherman says latest catch, a US Navy torpedo, is ‘a keeper’
An Ensenada fisherman trolling for dorado reeled in a 600-pound U.S. Navy training torpedo instead, and is refusing to give it back.
The Herencia de México mariachi group makes history on Monday Night Football
The mariachi instrumental performance was a first for the Bears' Chicago stadium, and the fact that it was part of the Monday Night Football telecast meant it was viewed by a wide audience.
Oregon woman, a ‘medical tourist,’ wins the right to have her Tijuana medical malpractice...
Non-citizens have the right to file medical malpractice complaints in Mexico, but practical obstacles and lax regulation have made it difficult. A new case offers a glimpse of a better future.
Sheinbaum announces new report on Ayotzinapa after 12th anniversary of mass kidnapping: Monday’s mañanera...
Later today, Sheinbaum said there will be a presentation of new "lines of inquiry" in the 2014 case of the 43 missing students. The president also shared August job numbers and the authorities' plan for Hurricane Polo.
How to conjugate Spanish verbs and impress your friends
Learn this simple trick with Spanish verbs that can help you take your language learning to the next level.
The strange, ancient bird hiding in Mexico’s cloud forests
The endangered horned guan is found only Guatemala and parts of Chiapas, but this strange and wonderful bird is worth seeing in the wild, writes Bob Pateman.
Two years in, Sheinbaum touts approval ratings of up to 75%: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
On the second anniversary of her presidential inauguration, Sheinbaum said her presidency has shown a generation of children that a woman can lead Mexico, and that polls show Mexicans approve of how she's doing it.
MND Local CDMX: From a new theater to a crackdown on counterfeit games
Mexico City has given new protections to traditional corn producers and the capital's most symbolic trees, while cracking down on counterfeit games, writes Drew Pittock.
Mexico and My Money: What to know about working with Mexican builders and contractors
Working with Mexican builders and tradespeople requires an understanding of different cultural expectations. Here are some useful lessons from the latest article in our Mexico and My Money series.
France woos Mexico as a stronger trade partner, citing US uncertainties
Trade officials from the two nations were gathered for the presentation of the France-Mexico Economic Report 2026, issued to commemorate 200 years of Mexico-France trade relations.
Court deals setback to controversial gas terminal on the Gulf of California
The construction delay is temporary and by no means cancels the LNG terminal, but it contributes to the momentum that has been building against the project seen as a threat to marine mammals and other wildlife in the "aquarium of the world."
2027 midterm elections in Mexico: Who are Morena’s top picks for governor?
Morena or its allies already govern 13 of the states where gubernatorial elections will be held next year. Aguascalientes, Nuevo León, Chihuahua and Querétaro are the states where the ruling party is aiming to make inroads.
France woos Mexico as a stronger trade partner, citing US uncertainties
Trade officials from the two nations were gathered for the presentation of the France-Mexico Economic Report 2026, issued to commemorate 200 years of Mexico-France trade relations.
How are things going in Mexico? A perspective from our CEO
Beyond GDP and inflation, MND's CEO unveils a six-part series ranking Mexico's health, education and happiness — starting with what the data reveals on healthcare.
‘Confidently Wrong About the Peso at 37’: An MND podcast
The Mexican peso has defied analysts, trading near multi-year highs. In a new podcast episode, Travis breaks down the reasons why, and whether a correction might be coming.
The ‘problem’ with Mexico’s 44% growth in exports: A perspective from our CEO
Mexico's exports jumped 44% in July — a number that sounds like a huge win. CEO Travis Bembenek explains why the reality is more complicated.
MND goes all in on Mexico City: A perspective from our CEO
MND launches MND Local CDMX, a weekly feature with deeper news, events and trends for anyone living in, moving to or visiting Mexico City.
‘Confidently Wrong About Tipping in Mexico’: A new podcast from MND
In a new podcast episode, George and Travis break down Mexico's tricky tipping culture — how much, who to tip and how norms have shifted.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.30
CAD
12.87
EUR
20.58
Central bank holds interest rates steady as peso slips toward its worst week since...
Banxico held its rate at 6.50% for a third straight meeting, signaling a split from the Fed, even as the peso weakened toward its worst week since March.
Mexico pushes to raise regional content in electronics exports as US trade talks continue
Mexico is aiming to sharply raise the Mexican-made share of electronics exports — from just 8% today to as much as 40% — a top trade official said Wednesday.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.30
CAD
12.87
EUR
20.58
2027 midterm elections in Mexico: Who are Morena’s top picks for governor?
Morena or its allies already govern 13 of the states where gubernatorial elections will be held next year. Aguascalientes, Nuevo León, Chihuahua and Querétaro are the states where the ruling party is aiming to make inroads.
‘The presidents of Mexico can only have one flag,’ Sheinbaum says: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
President Sheinbaum defended the Senate's approval of a reform that seeks to bar presidential and gubernatorial aspirants from running for office if they hold dual nationality, saying, "The presidents of Mexico can only have one flag, one homeland, one people to defend."
Two years in, Sheinbaum touts approval ratings of up to 75%:...
On the second anniversary of her presidential inauguration, Sheinbaum said her presidency has shown a generation of children that a woman can lead Mexico, and that polls show Mexicans approve of how she's doing it.
How to conjugate Spanish verbs and impress your friends
Learn this simple trick with Spanish verbs that can help you take your language learning to the next level.
From the archive: Sharing the planet means accepting scorpions and tarantulas
Sarah DeVries reflects on her attempts to live and let live with the insect members of her community, even scorpions and tarantulas.
From the archive: How do I know it’s a ‘no’? A comprehensive guide for foreigners
Mexicans have a strong aversion to saying "no." Here's a simple guide to tell what they actually mean when they're trying to avoid saying it.
Volaris will end Tulum flights as airline exodus from the Caribbean coast resort continues
The suspensions reflect declining arrivals, partly due to natural causes like sargassum, but also to rising costs such as official fees for foreign visitors and reports of inflated unofficial charges for setting foot on the beaches or using bathrooms.
Aeroméxico pulls its flights to Tulum with Wednesday as the last day
The tourism woes of the once-thriving coast-and-culture destination have both contributed to and will suffer from Aeroméxico's decision, which will further the emptying of Tulum's Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport.
How Oaxaca’s La Ventanilla turned tourism into conservation
After providing a sanctuary for sea turtles, crocodiles and the mangroves that protect the Oaxaca coast, La Ventanilla emerged as one of Mexico's best ecotourism destinations.
The Herencia de México mariachi group makes history on Monday Night Football
The mariachi instrumental performance was a first for the Bears' Chicago stadium, and the fact that it was part of the Monday Night Football telecast meant it was viewed by a wide audience.
Oregon woman, a ‘medical tourist,’ wins the right to have her Tijuana medical malpractice...
Non-citizens have the right to file medical malpractice complaints in Mexico, but practical obstacles and lax regulation have made it difficult. A new case offers a glimpse of a better future.
Sheinbaum announces new report on Ayotzinapa after 12th anniversary of mass kidnapping: Monday’s mañanera...
Later today, Sheinbaum said there will be a presentation of new "lines of inquiry" in the 2014 case of the 43 missing students. The president also shared August job numbers and the authorities' plan for Hurricane Polo.
How to conjugate Spanish verbs and impress your friends
Learn this simple trick with Spanish verbs that can help you take your language learning to the next level.
Opinion: Mexico is AI’s secret weapon
The “democratic coalition” that Anthropic's CEO calls for doesn’t need inventing. It needs to be deepened — starting with the country that shares 2,000 miles of border with the United States, writes CEO of AmCham Pedro Casas.
‘Confidently Wrong About Tipping in Mexico’: A new podcast from MND
In a new podcast episode, George and Travis break down Mexico's tricky tipping culture — how much, who to tip and how norms have shifted.
Mexico and My Money: What to know about working with Mexican builders and contractors
Working with Mexican builders and tradespeople requires an understanding of different cultural expectations. Here are some useful lessons from the latest article in our Mexico and My Money series.
The MND Economy Index™ for July 2026
The latest MND Economy Index™ score — based mainly on data for July 2026 — was 73.1, the highest result since we created the index. Find out where Mexico's economy is improving.
From the archive: Sharing the planet means accepting scorpions and tarantulas
Sarah DeVries reflects on her attempts to live and let live with the insect members of her community, even scorpions and tarantulas.
From the archive: How do I know it’s a ‘no’? A comprehensive guide for...
Mexicans have a strong aversion to saying "no." Here's a simple guide to tell what they actually mean when they're trying to avoid saying it.
‘Confidently Wrong About the Peso at 37’: An MND podcast
The Mexican peso has defied analysts, trading near multi-year highs. In a new podcast episode, Travis breaks down the reasons why, and whether a correction might be coming.
The ‘problem’ with Mexico’s 44% growth in exports: A perspective from our CEO
Mexico's exports jumped 44% in July — a number that sounds like a huge win. CEO Travis Bembenek explains why the reality is more complicated.
Aeroméxico pulls its flights to Tulum with Wednesday as the last day
The tourism woes of the once-thriving coast-and-culture destination have both contributed to and will suffer from Aeroméxico's decision, which will further the emptying of Tulum's Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport.
How Oaxaca’s La Ventanilla turned tourism into conservation
After providing a sanctuary for sea turtles, crocodiles and the mangroves that protect the Oaxaca coast, La Ventanilla emerged as one of Mexico's best ecotourism destinations.
Guanajuato will host a free outdoor Mexican-French circus spectacle this weekend as Cervantino Festival...
Thousands of Guanajuato residents and visitors will be looking upward from the historic city center Saturday night as acrobats and tightrope walkers perform at high altitude in a spectacular joint effort by Mexican and French circus personnel.
Maya apiary found near Tulum reveals roots of beekeeping traditions still practiced today
The site was discovered in 2022 during construction of the Maya Train, but archaeologists have just announced this week that it contains artifacts that reveal secrets of how the Maya produced the melipona that honey lovers swear by today.
The ‘Hacienda Hunters’: Uncovering Mexico’s hidden history
Jim and Carol Cook are now better known as the "Hacienda Hunters" thanks to their love of finding Mexico's colonial ruins, writes John Pint.
The Monobloc chair: The plastic throne that rules Mexico
“It serves rich and poor alike, because everyone gets tired,” says a UNAM sociologist about Mexico's most ubiquitous seating option, the Monobloc plastic chair.
El Jalapeño: Mexico City residents express civic pride in having the ‘world’s worst traffic’
Mexico City residents took to the streets to celebrate, albeit slowly, after officially reclaiming the title of "world's worst traffic."
El Jalapeño: Man who said ‘ahorita’ in 1998 finally returns neighbor’s tool
A Mexico City man who borrowed a tool from his neighbor and promised to bring it back "ahorita" finally kept his promise 28 years later, remaining true to the temporally flexible meaning of the word.
MND Local: Sheinbaum and Lemus tackle water crisis amid power outages in Guadalajara
President Sheinbaum met with Jalisco's governor to discuss the ongoing water crisis in Guadalajara, as power outages continue to leave some metro areas without electricity for extended periods of time.
Perfect Day Mexico wasn’t dead after all. Now its opponents are headed to the...
Despite news of its cancellation in May, Royal Caribbean's massive Perfect Day Mexico project in Mahahual is still planned, writes Tracy L. Barnett, and residents and environmental activists are still fighting it.
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.
The Herencia de México mariachi group makes history on Monday Night Football
The mariachi instrumental performance was a first for the Bears' Chicago stadium, and the fact that it was part of the Monday Night Football telecast meant it was viewed by a wide audience.
Guanajuato will host a free outdoor Mexican-French circus spectacle this weekend as Cervantino Festival approaches
Thousands of Guanajuato residents and visitors will be looking upward from the historic city center Saturday night as acrobats and tightrope walkers perform at high altitude in a spectacular joint effort by Mexican and French circus personnel.
Maya apiary found near Tulum reveals roots of beekeeping traditions still practiced today
The site was discovered in 2022 during construction of the Maya Train, but archaeologists have just announced this week that it contains artifacts that reveal secrets of how the Maya produced the melipona that honey lovers swear by today.
The surprisingly long history of hot air ballooning in Mexico
Although the modern centers of hot air ballooning are in Teotihuacán and León, the pastime has a surprising long history in Mexico, dating back to the late 18th century, writes Bob Pateman.
The ‘Hacienda Hunters’: Uncovering Mexico’s hidden history
Jim and Carol Cook are now better known as the "Hacienda Hunters" thanks to their love of finding Mexico's colonial ruins, writes John Pint.
The Monobloc chair: The plastic throne that rules Mexico
“It serves rich and poor alike, because everyone gets tired,” says a UNAM sociologist about Mexico's most ubiquitous seating option, the Monobloc plastic chair.
El Jalapeño: Ensenada fisherman says latest catch, a US Navy torpedo, is ‘a keeper’
An Ensenada fisherman trolling for dorado reeled in a 600-pound U.S. Navy training torpedo instead, and is refusing to give it back.
El Jalapeño: Mexico City residents express civic pride in having the ‘world’s worst traffic’
Mexico City residents took to the streets to celebrate, albeit slowly, after officially reclaiming the title of "world's worst traffic."
El Jalapeño: Man who said ‘ahorita’ in 1998 finally returns neighbor’s tool
A Mexico City man who borrowed a tool from his neighbor and promised to bring it back "ahorita" finally kept his promise 28 years later, remaining true to the temporally flexible meaning of the word.
El Jalapeño: Tourists in ‘vacation mode’ not at risk from brain-eating amoeba, Yucatán health...
Brain-eating amoebas are real, say Yucatán Peninsula tourism officials, but confirm that the average tourist in "vacation mode" has nothing to fear.
El Jalapeño: Guest who said ‘bueno, ya me voy’ at 9:14 p.m. reaches front...
Saying goodbye in Mexico is never easy, but dinner party guest Eduardo Ramírez found it slightly more complicated than usual, delaying his departure by more than four hours.
Mexico in Numbers: Health and healthcare
How much does Mexico spend on healthcare? How long does the average person live? Find the answers to these questions and more in this week's edition of Mexico in Numbers.
Mexico and My Money: What to know about working with Mexican builders and contractors
Working with Mexican builders and tradespeople requires an understanding of different cultural expectations. Here are some useful lessons from the latest article in our Mexico and My Money series.
The MND Economy Index™ for July 2026
The latest MND Economy Index™ score — based mainly on data for July 2026 — was 73.1, the highest result since we created the index. Find out where Mexico's economy is improving.
MND Tutor | Mexico’s population
Mexico’s population has reached more than 130 million, but slowing population growth and a sharp decline in fertility are reshaping the country. Learn more with MND Tutor.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: September 26th
Business investment, British retailers in Mexico, and bans in schools. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
New US-Mexico water agreement means reduced allotments but a heathier Colorado River
Mexico, still in water debt to the United States, will have its Colorado River share reduced, but so will three U.S. Lower Basin states: Nevada, Arizona and Colorado.
MND Local: Sheinbaum and Lemus tackle water crisis amid power outages in Guadalajara
President Sheinbaum met with Jalisco's governor to discuss the ongoing water crisis in Guadalajara, as power outages continue to leave some metro areas without electricity for extended periods of time.
Perfect Day Mexico wasn’t dead after all. Now its opponents are headed to the...
Despite news of its cancellation in May, Royal Caribbean's massive Perfect Day Mexico project in Mahahual is still planned, writes Tracy L. Barnett, and residents and environmental activists are still fighting it.
Mexico City’s Cutzamala water supply system hits 81%, highest level in a decade
Three dams along the Balsas River basin supply 5 million Mexico City Metropolitan Area residents with water. After several years of near-crisis conditions, their reservoirs are almost full again.
How Mexico City can solve its 400-year water crisis
Mexico City residents have dealt with systemic water issues for nearly four centuries. Andrew D. Daily, a local water filtration expert, lays out some possible solutions.
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.
