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Mexico in Numbers: How Taiwanese imports are fueling Mexico’s record tech exports
Mexico's exports hit a record $81.4 billion in July, driven by AI servers. But less than 5% of the content in those "Made in Mexico" products is actually Mexican.
Chiapas town reclaims Guinness World Record for world’s biggest cheese ball
The feat required 15,500 liters of fresh milk, a specially designed rotating platform, three test runs, a lot of hard work and a long tradition of highly lauded cheese production in the town of Pijijiapan, population 18,000.
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.
Mexico in Numbers: How Taiwanese imports are fueling Mexico’s record tech exports
Mexico's exports hit a record $81.4 billion in July, driven by AI servers. But less than 5% of the content in those "Made in Mexico" products is actually Mexican.
Chiapas town reclaims Guinness World Record for world’s biggest cheese ball
The feat required 15,500 liters of fresh milk, a specially designed rotating platform, three test runs, a lot of hard work and a long tradition of highly lauded cheese production in the town of Pijijiapan, population 18,000.
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.
MND Local: From Puerto Vallarta to Punta de Mita, 4 stories of a region...
As Puerto Vallarta continues to grow, several issues are front and center. MND Local contributor Charlotte Smith tells us more.
United adds direct US flights to Chiapas and Los Cabos starting in October
The Tuxtla-Houston route marks the first direct flight connecting the U.S. and the southern state of Chiapas in over a decade.
Sheinbaum touts Mexico’s trade position amid US tariff talks: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
President Sheinbaum reported on the ongoing Mexico-U.S. tariff talks, recapped her meeting with Columbian ex-President Petro and addressed a recent high-profile murder at her Thursday presser.
Mexico and My Money: How to move money into Mexico from abroad without losing...
If you're moving to Mexico, at least some of your money is coming with you. But what's the best way to move it? In the latest installment of our Mexico and My Money series, we look at some of the best (and worst) methods.
Born in the USA to a Mexican parent? There’s help for clarifying your dual...
Baja California's relatively large foreign-born population and daily cross-border traffic can create headaches for Mexicans born on the U.S. side but without official documents verifying their dual nationality. The "Soy México" program provides help.
Mexico’s National Search Commission for Missing Persons has a new canine comrade
"Molly" extends a Mexican tradition of dogs helping not ony with police work, as is common, but for search and rescue, as exemplified by Frida, who gained fame for her assistance in rescue work after the 2017 earthquake in Mexico City.
Ebrard presses US commerce secretary over tariffs at G20 meeting
The Mexican economy minister took advantage of the encounter to stress the need to address the "unjustified" U.S. tariffs on cars, steel and aluminum, which have stalled negotiations over the renewal of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement.
Suspect arrested in the murder of Paola Buenrostro, a landmark case that made transfemicide...
The case of Paola Buenrostro in 2016 is emblematic for members of the trans community in Mexico, as it was the first to be recognized as a transfemicide by the Mexico City Human Rights Commission.
El Jalapeño: US, Mexico near trade war over right to misname European cheese
The U.S. and Mexico are locked in a bitter dispute over fake cheese, putting the future of the USMCA agreement in very real peril.
From the archive: Learning Spanish? Don’t be shy or afraid of making mistakes
From the archive: Mexicans are usually charmed when non-native speakers try to speak their language. They’re patient, encouraging and try to be helpful.
Mexico nets 2 gold medals at World Rowing Championships in Amsterdam
Mexico's three overall medals at the Championships was a record haul for the country that included a long-sought-after Gold for star rower Kenia Lechuga for winning the lightweight race.
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.
The lessons on living a good life you learn in Mexico
After six years of living in Mexico, Charlotte Smith reflects on the lessons she has learned as a result of the move, and how they have led to a better life.
Guadalajara residents turn to citizen science as water crisis deepens
A growing body of evidence from Guadalajara citizen scientists about the city's water crisis has emboldened locals to weigh up legal action against authorities.
MND Local: From Puerto Vallarta to Punta de Mita, 4 stories of a region in transition
As Puerto Vallarta continues to grow, several issues are front and center. MND Local contributor Charlotte Smith tells us more.
United adds direct US flights to Chiapas and Los Cabos starting in October
The Tuxtla-Houston route marks the first direct flight connecting the U.S. and the southern state of Chiapas in over a decade.
Sheinbaum touts Mexico’s trade position amid US tariff talks: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
President Sheinbaum reported on the ongoing Mexico-U.S. tariff talks, recapped her meeting with Columbian ex-President Petro and addressed a recent high-profile murder at her Thursday presser.
Mexico and My Money: How to move money into Mexico from abroad without losing a bundle
If you're moving to Mexico, at least some of your money is coming with you. But what's the best way to move it? In the latest installment of our Mexico and My Money series, we look at some of the best (and worst) methods.
Born in the USA to a Mexican parent? There’s help for clarifying your dual nationality
Baja California's relatively large foreign-born population and daily cross-border traffic can create headaches for Mexicans born on the U.S. side but without official documents verifying their dual nationality. The "Soy México" program provides help.
Mexico’s National Search Commission for Missing Persons has a new canine comrade
"Molly" extends a Mexican tradition of dogs helping not ony with police work, as is common, but for search and rescue, as exemplified by Frida, who gained fame for her assistance in rescue work after the 2017 earthquake in Mexico City.
Mexico in Numbers: How Taiwanese imports are fueling Mexico’s record tech...
Mexico's exports hit a record $81.4 billion in July, driven by AI servers. But less than 5% of the content in those "Made in Mexico" products is actually Mexican.
What I learned from our two summer interns: A perspective from our CEO
Travis Bembenek reflects on mentoring two summer interns — and what their relationship with AI, reading and writing reveals about the next generation of journalists.
‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast: What one man’s heart surgery story reveals about healthcare in Mexico
Co-host George Reavis shares his firsthand experience of heart surgery in Mexico — the doctors, the costs, the insurance and what he'd do differently — in the latest "Confidently Wrong" episode.
The hottest product on the planet is increasingly made in Mexico: A perspective from...
For decades, cars led Mexico's exports to the U.S. Now AI servers have taken the crown. Our CEO breaks down what's really happening in the trade relationship — and why it matters.
Thank you, Harry Styles: A perspective from our CEO
Decades of dusty, lawless Hollywood clichés are fading. Our CEO explains how pop stars strolling Mexico City's streets are quietly rewriting the world's image of Mexico.
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.
Opinion: Mexican supply chains obey the laws of physics
For 30 years, one product category ruled Mexican exports without interruption: automobiles and auto parts. That era just ended. CEO of AmCham Pedro Casas reveals what's coming down the conveyor belt and where Mexico needs to step up.
What I learned from our two summer interns: A perspective from our CEO
Travis Bembenek reflects on mentoring two summer interns — and what their relationship with AI, reading and writing reveals about the next generation of journalists.
Why I’m moving to Washington and embracing Mexico’s cultural diplomacy
MND contributor María Meléndez reflects on leaving Mexico City for Washington, D.C., joining Mexico’s cultural diplomacy work, and illuminating the ties that bind the two nations.
3 foreign teenagers reflect on growing up in Mexico
The available resources for the expat-curious often focus on what it's like to move to SMA, retire there or build a life in Mexico as an adult. But what is the experience of children in those families? MND intern Zella Golden shares three perspectives.
Ebrard presses US commerce secretary over tariffs at G20 meeting
The Mexican economy minister took advantage of the encounter to stress the need to address the "unjustified" U.S. tariffs on cars, steel and aluminum, which have stalled negotiations over the renewal of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement.
Meet Ana Valdez, a Forbes ’50 over 50′ illuminating the Latino narrative in the...
Valdez leads the Los Angeles-based Latino Donor Collaborative, a data-forward organization providing a new narrative about U.S. Latinos that accurately reflects their contributions to society, politics and the economy.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
16.90
CAD
12.26
EUR
19.65
Sheinbaum touts Mexico’s trade position amid US tariff talks: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
President Sheinbaum reported on the ongoing Mexico-U.S. tariff talks, recapped her meeting with Columbian ex-President Petro and addressed a recent high-profile murder at her Thursday presser.
Meet Ana Valdez, a Forbes ’50 over 50′ illuminating the Latino narrative in the...
Valdez leads the Los Angeles-based Latino Donor Collaborative, a data-forward organization providing a new narrative about U.S. Latinos that accurately reflects their contributions to society, politics and the economy.
‘A pact with organized crime’: Opposition’s response to Sheinbaum’s second year...
Sheinbaum says homicides are down. Not so, opposition leaders countered this week, alleging a cover-up on crime stats and a "pact" with cartels.
From the archive: Learning Spanish? Don’t be shy or afraid of making mistakes
From the archive: Mexicans are usually charmed when non-native speakers try to speak their language. They’re patient, encouraging and try to be helpful.
Activists rally to stop luxury project on Yucatán dunes
Yucatán activists are fighting a luxury beach development, warning it could harm fragile dunes, endangered species and local communities.
‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast: What one man’s heart surgery story reveals about healthcare in Mexico
Co-host George Reavis shares his firsthand experience of heart surgery in Mexico — the doctors, the costs, the insurance and what he'd do differently — in the latest "Confidently Wrong" episode.
United adds direct US flights to Chiapas and Los Cabos starting in October
The Tuxtla-Houston route marks the first direct flight connecting the U.S. and the southern state of Chiapas in over a decade.
‘Throttle Therapy’ in Mexico: Sometimes, it’s not about the miles
You don't have to travel very far in Mexico to have a motorcycle road trip adventure, and the only impetus you need is the urge for some "throttle therapy," writes Charlotte Smith.
Cenote hunters’ love for exploring the Yucatán Peninsula inspires new guidebook
Canadian cenote hunters David Palmer and Doris Demers have written a guidebook to the Yucatán Peninsula's most spectacular sinkholes, and have shared tips on visiting some of their favorites.
Activists rally to stop luxury project on Yucatán dunes
Yucatán activists are fighting a luxury beach development, warning it could harm fragile dunes, endangered species and local communities.
‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast: What one man’s heart surgery story reveals about healthcare in Mexico
Co-host George Reavis shares his firsthand experience of heart surgery in Mexico — the doctors, the costs, the insurance and what he'd do differently — in the latest "Confidently Wrong" episode.
‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast: What one man’s heart surgery story reveals about healthcare in Mexico
Co-host George Reavis shares his firsthand experience of heart surgery in Mexico — the doctors, the costs, the insurance and what he'd do differently — in the latest "Confidently Wrong" episode.
The hottest product on the planet is increasingly made in Mexico: A perspective from...
For decades, cars led Mexico's exports to the U.S. Now AI servers have taken the crown. Our CEO breaks down what's really happening in the trade relationship — and why it matters.
Supply-demand squeeze could push Mexico home prices up 8% by the end of 2026
By metropolitan area, Guadalajara experienced the highest housing price increase, at 11%, followed by Monterrey, 8.3%, and Puebla-Tlaxcala, 8.5%.
A new highway project better linking Mexico City to Zihuatanejo could reveal this Pueblo...
A project to revamp Federal Highway 134 could make Zihuatanejo a much easier ride from Mexico City, and CDMX's favorite weekend getaway, Valle de Bravo, is conveniently right between both.
Meet Ana Valdez, a Forbes ’50 over 50′ illuminating the Latino narrative in the...
Valdez leads the Los Angeles-based Latino Donor Collaborative, a data-forward organization providing a new narrative about U.S. Latinos that accurately reflects their contributions to society, politics and the economy.
In Coatepec, INAH discovers ceremonial plaza and stele with never-before-seen features
The stele features engravings alluding to a symbolic event in which two elite figures, seated and wearing elaborate attire, receive a fluid from a divine entity holding a vessel on a higher plane.
Mexico nets 2 gold medals at World Rowing Championships in Amsterdam
Mexico's three overall medals at the Championships was a record haul for the country that included a long-sought-after Gold for star rower Kenia Lechuga for winning the lightweight race.
Thursday night’s ‘blood moon’ eclipse over Mexico: How and when to watch it
'Blood moon' is a popular and not entiely accurate way of referring to Thursday's lunar event, since the term describes the reddish hue of a fully eclipsed moon and the current eclipse is not quite total.
‘Throttle Therapy’ in Mexico: Sometimes, it’s not about the miles
You don't have to travel very far in Mexico to have a motorcycle road trip adventure, and the only impetus you need is the urge for some "throttle therapy," writes Charlotte Smith.
Cenote hunters’ love for exploring the Yucatán Peninsula inspires new guidebook
Canadian cenote hunters David Palmer and Doris Demers have written a guidebook to the Yucatán Peninsula's most spectacular sinkholes, and have shared tips on visiting some of their favorites.
The Jewish-Mexican food traditions hiding in plain sight
Jewish immigrants first arrived in Mexico in the 16th century. Since then, they have made notable contributions to the country's food culture, especially in Mexico City, writes Lydia Carey.
Mexico is fighting a US antidumping tariff on strawberries
The U.S. is looking to punish Mexico for allegedly selling "winter strawberries" at prices so far below market value that U.S. producers cannot hope to compete. A ruling against Mexico could threaten thousands of small businesses and 150,000 jobs.
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.
Inside the amphibious history and identity of Tenochtitlán-Mexico City
Over the course of more than five centuries, Tenochtitlán transformed from an aquatic land to the amphibious identity of modern Mexico City.
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.
Chiapas town reclaims Guinness World Record for world’s biggest cheese ball
The feat required 15,500 liters of fresh milk, a specially designed rotating platform, three test runs, a lot of hard work and a long tradition of highly lauded cheese production in the town of Pijijiapan, population 18,000.
Meet Ana Valdez, a Forbes ’50 over 50′ illuminating the Latino narrative in the United States
Valdez leads the Los Angeles-based Latino Donor Collaborative, a data-forward organization providing a new narrative about U.S. Latinos that accurately reflects their contributions to society, politics and the economy.
In Coatepec, INAH discovers ceremonial plaza and stele with never-before-seen features
The stele features engravings alluding to a symbolic event in which two elite figures, seated and wearing elaborate attire, receive a fluid from a divine entity holding a vessel on a higher plane.
Is it parmesan-style or Parmesano? Mexico-US trade talks hit snag over cheese names
Are popular cheeses like feta and manchego generic or region-specific? Mexico has already agreed with the EU that the latter is the case, which the U.S. claims threatens its US $2 billion worth of cheese exports to Mexico.
Mexico nets 2 gold medals at World Rowing Championships in Amsterdam
Mexico's three overall medals at the Championships was a record haul for the country that included a long-sought-after Gold for star rower Kenia Lechuga for winning the lightweight race.
Thursday night’s ‘blood moon’ eclipse over Mexico: How and when to watch it
'Blood moon' is a popular and not entiely accurate way of referring to Thursday's lunar event, since the term describes the reddish hue of a fully eclipsed moon and the current eclipse is not quite total.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
16.90
CAD
12.26
EUR
19.65
El Jalapeño: US, Mexico near trade war over right to misname European cheese
The U.S. and Mexico are locked in a bitter dispute over fake cheese, putting the future of the USMCA agreement in very real peril.
El Jalapeño: US asks Mexico to keep its citizens from even looking at the...
Recent high-level talks between Mexico and the U.S. to curb illegal immigration came with an unusual request from the Trump administration.
El Jalapeño: Jalisco residents fear real-life Guillermo del Toro horror movie following discovery of...
A terrifying scenario out of a Guillermo del Toro movie has Jalisco residents worried about the possibility of a zombie apocalypse.
El Jalapeño: New Olinia Carga EV will excel at moving tiny cargo miniscule distances,...
Mexico's new electric cargo vehicle goes on sale next year and promises an enhanced ability to move almost nothing virtually nowhere.
El Jalapeño: Puerto Vallarta crocodiles request civil restraint, propose designated zones for humans
After an uptick in attacks by and towards crocodiles in Puerto Vallarta, local crocodiles have sought to de-escalate tensions.
Mexico in Numbers: How Taiwanese imports are fueling Mexico’s record tech exports
Mexico's exports hit a record $81.4 billion in July, driven by AI servers. But less than 5% of the content in those "Made in Mexico" products is actually Mexican.
The MND Sheinbaum Index™ for July 2026: The president sees near 10-point gain since...
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.
MND Tutor | Tipping
Tipping is commonplace in the U.S., but here in Mexico, it's more complex. Discover why modern tipping culture matters with MND Tutor.
Mexico in Numbers: Mexico City rental prices
Rents in CDMX have risen nearly 10% in a year — but the gap between boroughs is huge. Here's what a two-bedroom actually costs, neighborhood by neighborhood.
The MND Economy Index™ for June 2026
The latest MND Economy Index™ score — based mainly on data for June 2026 — was 66.9, around two points lower than the previous month. Find out where Mexico's economy is slipping.
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.
Inside the amphibious history and identity of Tenochtitlán-Mexico City
Over the course of more than five centuries, Tenochtitlán transformed from an aquatic land to the amphibious identity of modern Mexico City.
Guadalajara residents turn to citizen science as water crisis deepens
A growing body of evidence from Guadalajara citizen scientists about the city's water crisis has emboldened locals to weigh up legal action against authorities.
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.
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.
Opinion: Mexican supply chains obey the laws of physics
For 30 years, one product category ruled Mexican exports without interruption: automobiles and auto parts. That era just ended. CEO of AmCham Pedro Casas reveals what's coming down the conveyor belt and where Mexico needs to step up.
Foreign Minister Velasco boosts culture, trade and education during busy 2-day visit to South...
The SRE head's broad-ranging and productive visit to Mexico's fifth-largest trading partner will be capped by the upcoming visit to Mexico of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung to sign the Mexico-Korea Action Plan.
Mexico moves past Taiwan as the top AI server exporter to the United States
The recent surge in Mexican exports of servers for artificial intelligence is being interpreted as evidence of Mexico's success in the world's most dynamic technology sectors.
From the archive: Learning Spanish? Don’t be shy or afraid of making mistakes
From the archive: Mexicans are usually charmed when non-native speakers try to speak their language. They’re patient, encouraging and try to be helpful.
Mexico nets 2 gold medals at World Rowing Championships in Amsterdam
Mexico's three overall medals at the Championships was a record haul for the country that included a long-sought-after Gold for star rower Kenia Lechuga for winning the lightweight race.
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.
The lessons on living a good life you learn in Mexico
After six years of living in Mexico, Charlotte Smith reflects on the lessons she has learned as a result of the move, and how they have led to a better life.
