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MND Tutor | US midterm elections
A change in Congress could shift Trump's focus abroad, potentially bringing fresh demands for Mexico's government. Learn more about it with MND Tutor.
From the archive: Is the beach the real Mexico?
Does living in a touristy beach town count as being in "the real Mexico," and who gets to decide, anyway? Sarah DeVries wades into the thorny issue of authenticity.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: November 7th
Chicken, "Checo" and cell phone restrictions in schools. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
MND Tutor | US midterm elections
A change in Congress could shift Trump's focus abroad, potentially bringing fresh demands for Mexico's government. Learn more about it with MND Tutor.
From the archive: Is the beach the real Mexico?
Does living in a touristy beach town count as being in "the real Mexico," and who gets to decide, anyway? Sarah DeVries wades into the thorny issue of authenticity.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: November 7th
Chicken, "Checo" and cell phone restrictions in schools. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
Carlota de Limón: The Mexican cocktail that transported me to my mother’s kitchen
A resort bartender's creative cocktail recipe was inspired by the flavors of a classic Mexican dessert — Carlota de Limón — evoking feelings of nostalgia for childhood pleasures.
My family always travels during Día de Muertos. Here’s what we’ve enjoyed most
Is there a better time to travel in Mexico than during Día de Muertos? Writer Alan Chazaro shares some of the singular celebrations that he and his family have experienced around the country.
Why Tuesday’s US midterm results are a historic opportunity for Mexico-US relations: A perspective...
At a rare turning point for U.S.-Mexico ties, CEO Travis Bembenek makes a case for thinking big on both sides of the border.
Mexico City’s Quintonil named best restaurant in Latin America
The World's 50 Best Restaurants also recognized the Mexican contemporary restaurant as fourth best in the world.
Mexico City ponders 9-year prison terms for poisoners of animals in publc spaces
The tough new proposals stem from the recent poisonings in and around Parque España in the Condesa neighborhood of Mexico City, whcih resulted in the death of four dogs and the arrest of a suspect identified only as Salvador "N," who remains behind bars.
Meta launches its Muse AI agent in Mexico, a first for the Latin American...
Meta has chosen Mexico as the Latin America launch country for its new AI agent, which will handle tasks from idea to completion through your email, messages, calendar and Instagram to connectors including, at first, retail, credit and lending categories.
Detained Mexican judge faces extradition to US over $2 million bribe to free alleged...
Judge Benítez was arrested in Colombia and is facing extradition to the U.S. after freeing a high-ranking member of the criminal organization run by the former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding.
El Jalapeño: California high-speed rail project reaches -25% completion as Mexico line hits 25%
As Mexico's Querétaro-Irapuato train line rapidly progresses towards completion, the California high-speed rail project has fallen even farther behind its schedule and budget.
Sheinbaum calls for INE ‘cleanup’ after corruption scandal: Friday’s mañanera recapped
Sheinbaum said Friday that the electoral institute (INE) must guarantee clean elections, and lamented the murder of a local politician in Cuernavaca.
Mexican-Americans among historic winners in Tuesday’s US elections
While several Americans of Mexican descent flipped congressional seats, two in particular made history by becoming the first Latino governors of California (Xavier Becerra) and Texas (Gina Hinojosa) — those two states themselves being American of Mexican descent.
Cempasúchil: The flower that reunites lovers across life and death
Discover the ancient Mexica legend of cempasúchil, Mexico’s flower of the dead, and how its golden-orange blooms became an iconic symbol.
An illustrated guide to Day of the Dead ofrendas
Bel Woodhouse turns her gift for colorful illustration to one of her favorite celebrations in this look at Mexico's iconic Day of the Dead ofrendas.
Finding home in Mexico, one ordinary day at a time
After living in Querétaro for almost two years, Mark Arcuri has come to some realizations about the challenges of moving to Mexico, while also recognizing the rewards.
Mexico in 10 objects: Stone heads, silver dollars and tacos
In the spirit of Neil MacGregor's "A History of the World in 100 Objects," Bob Pateman identifies 10 that have forever changed the history of Mexico.
Carlota de Limón: The Mexican cocktail that transported me to my mother’s kitchen
A resort bartender's creative cocktail recipe was inspired by the flavors of a classic Mexican dessert — Carlota de Limón — evoking feelings of nostalgia for childhood pleasures.
My family always travels during Día de Muertos. Here’s what we’ve enjoyed most
Is there a better time to travel in Mexico than during Día de Muertos? Writer Alan Chazaro shares some of the singular celebrations that he and his family have experienced around the country.
Why Tuesday’s US midterm results are a historic opportunity for Mexico-US relations: A perspective from our CEO
At a rare turning point for U.S.-Mexico ties, CEO Travis Bembenek makes a case for thinking big on both sides of the border.
Mexico City’s Quintonil named best restaurant in Latin America
The World's 50 Best Restaurants also recognized the Mexican contemporary restaurant as fourth best in the world.
Mexico City ponders 9-year prison terms for poisoners of animals in publc spaces
The tough new proposals stem from the recent poisonings in and around Parque España in the Condesa neighborhood of Mexico City, whcih resulted in the death of four dogs and the arrest of a suspect identified only as Salvador "N," who remains behind bars.
Meta launches its Muse AI agent in Mexico, a first for the Latin American market
Meta has chosen Mexico as the Latin America launch country for its new AI agent, which will handle tasks from idea to completion through your email, messages, calendar and Instagram to connectors including, at first, retail, credit and lending categories.
Meta launches its Muse AI agent in Mexico, a first for...
Meta has chosen Mexico as the Latin America launch country for its new AI agent, which will handle tasks from idea to completion through your email, messages, calendar and Instagram to connectors including, at first, retail, credit and lending categories.
Why Tuesday’s US midterm results are a historic opportunity for Mexico-US relations: A perspective...
At a rare turning point for U.S.-Mexico ties, CEO Travis Bembenek makes a case for thinking big on both sides of the border.
Yet another Mexican national dies in the custody of ICE: A perspective from our...
After the death of a Mexican green card holder in ICE custody, Travis Bembenek looks at what is happening in the U.S., and why.
New episode: The real story behind Mexico’s record exports
Are you 'Confidently Wrong' about Mexican exports? Tune in to this week's podcast and find out.
Mexican Americans are Mexico’s untapped opportunity: A perspective from our CEO
Why hasn’t Mexico engaged its diaspora in the U.S. like India has? MND CEO Travis Bembenek explains the business and cultural opportunities at stake.
New episode: ‘Confidently Wrong’ breaks down the state of public education in Mexico
In the latest episode of Confidently Wrong, Travis and team dig into why Mexico’s public schools are struggling and what that means for the country.
Why Tuesday’s US midterm results are a historic opportunity for Mexico-US relations: A perspective...
At a rare turning point for U.S.-Mexico ties, CEO Travis Bembenek makes a case for thinking big on both sides of the border.
Yet another Mexican national dies in the custody of ICE: A perspective from our...
After the death of a Mexican green card holder in ICE custody, Travis Bembenek looks at what is happening in the U.S., and why.
Mexican Americans are Mexico’s untapped opportunity: A perspective from our CEO
Why hasn’t Mexico engaged its diaspora in the U.S. like India has? MND CEO Travis Bembenek explains the business and cultural opportunities at stake.
Opinion: China’s model is cracking and Mexico (and the world) should get ready now
AmCham Mexico's CEO argues China’s debt-fueled export model is unsustainable as the U.S. decouples — and Mexico must be ready to absorb the production China can no longer deliver.
Bucking expectations, Banxico lowers the interest rate, despite some inflation concerns
The central bank's majority opted for a balancing act, cutting the interest rate from 6.5% to 6.25% as an ecoomy boost, while assuming that recent brakes on inflation will hold, despite raising their 4Q headline inflation forecast from 3.5% to 3.7%.
Mexico’s 2026 growth outlook improves in Banxico and Citi surveys
Median forecasts rise in surveys by Banxico and Citi, with 2027 growth seen near 1.9% and year-end inflation just under 4%.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.62
CAD
13.20
EUR
20.77
Sheinbaum calls for INE ‘cleanup’ after corruption scandal: Friday’s mañanera recapped
Sheinbaum said Friday that the electoral institute (INE) must guarantee clean elections, and lamented the murder of a local politician in Cuernavaca.
Finance Ministry blocks accounts of former electoral institute chief and associates
National Electoral Institute ex-President Guadalupe Taddei is reportedly among 25 people added to the Blocked Persons List, days after Taddei's sudden resignation.
Why Tuesday’s US midterm results are a historic opportunity for Mexico-US...
At a rare turning point for U.S.-Mexico ties, CEO Travis Bembenek makes a case for thinking big on both sides of the border.
From the archive: Is the beach the real Mexico?
Does living in a touristy beach town count as being in "the real Mexico," and who gets to decide, anyway? Sarah DeVries wades into the thorny issue of authenticity.
My family always travels during Día de Muertos. Here’s what we’ve enjoyed most
Is there a better time to travel in Mexico than during Día de Muertos? Writer Alan Chazaro shares some of the singular celebrations that he and his family have experienced around the country.
From the archive: How Mexico’s Day of the Dead helps us remember the people we’ve lost
MND contributor Sarah DeVries explores how Mexico’s Day of the Dead celebrates lost loved ones and offers a different way of understanding death.
My family always travels during Día de Muertos. Here’s what we’ve enjoyed most
Is there a better time to travel in Mexico than during Día de Muertos? Writer Alan Chazaro shares some of the singular celebrations that he and his family have experienced around the country.
United Airlines cancels all its remaining flights to Tulum starting in January
While United joins a long list of major carriers that have dropped Tulum flights, it's not as though the Caribbean Coast destination has become inaccessible. Air Canada, WestJet, Air Transat, Viva and Mexicana maintain their Tulum routes.
Querétaro-Irapuato train line now 25% complete
The US $5.3 billion project, which broke ground in September 2025, is being developed in Mexico’s Bajío region, which hosts global manufacturing, agribusiness and technology companies.
My family always travels during Día de Muertos. Here’s what we’ve enjoyed most
Is there a better time to travel in Mexico than during Día de Muertos? Writer Alan Chazaro shares some of the singular celebrations that he and his family have experienced around the country.
From the archive: How Mexico’s Day of the Dead helps us remember the people...
MND contributor Sarah DeVries explores how Mexico’s Day of the Dead celebrates lost loved ones and offers a different way of understanding death.
Yet another Mexican national dies in the custody of ICE: A perspective from our...
After the death of a Mexican green card holder in ICE custody, Travis Bembenek looks at what is happening in the U.S., and why.
New episode: The real story behind Mexico’s record exports
Are you 'Confidently Wrong' about Mexican exports? Tune in to this week's podcast and find out.
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.
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%.
Mexican singer-songwriter Silvana Estrada tapped as LA Philharmonic’s first Latin music chair
The appointment completes the 29-year-old Latin Grammy winner's journey from the Veracruz coffee town of Coatepec to an artistic leaderhip role for one of the world's premier orchestras.
38th Morelia Music Festival kicks off next week, highlighting artists from Asia
The inaugural program includes music by Tan Dun, winner of an Academy Award and a Grammy for the soundtrack to the 200 film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon."
Beyond its luxury resorts, Riviera Nayarit is facing an education crisis
As luxury tourism transforms the Riviera Nayarit, one local nonprofit is working to ensure education and opportunity reach the communities being left behind.
MND Local CDMX: A nighttime race, queer musical and medieval masquerade
From a nocturnal rave run at UNAM, a musical from the capital's premier queer choir and a Christmas-inspired medieval masquerade, there's always something interesting happening in Mexico City, writes Drew Pittock.
United Airlines cancels all its remaining flights to Tulum starting in January
While United joins a long list of major carriers that have dropped Tulum flights, it's not as though the Caribbean Coast destination has become inaccessible. Air Canada, WestJet, Air Transat, Viva and Mexicana maintain their Tulum routes.
Querétaro-Irapuato train line now 25% complete
The US $5.3 billion project, which broke ground in September 2025, is being developed in Mexico’s Bajío region, which hosts global manufacturing, agribusiness and technology companies.
How to experience the Oaxaca Food, Wine, Craft Beer and Spirits Festival
One of Oaxaca's premier gastronomic events — the Oaxaca Food, Wine, Craft Beer and Spirits Festival — returns in February 2027. Organizer Donna Shields dishes on all the details.
From the archive: What’s inside that piñata? A guide to Mexican candy
Classic Mexican brand-name candies aren't just sweet; they can be salty, spicy, tart or all of the above! Sarah DeVries guides you through the basics.
Government invests US $60M to restore polluted, drought-impacted Lake Pátzcuaro
Four new wastewater plants are being built and six plants are being renovated alongside environmental rehabilitation actions to restore the health of Mexico's third-largest lake.
Hurricanes? Above-average rainfall? They weren’t enough to prevent more drought in Mexico
This year's El Niño leads to drought by increasing temperatures in Mexico's north and oceanic temperatures in the Pacific. Temporary hurricanes and low-pressure troughs haven't changed that.
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.
Mexico City’s Quintonil named best restaurant in Latin America
The World's 50 Best Restaurants also recognized the Mexican contemporary restaurant as fourth best in the world.
Mexican singer-songwriter Silvana Estrada tapped as LA Philharmonic’s first Latin music chair
The appointment completes the 29-year-old Latin Grammy winner's journey from the Veracruz coffee town of Coatepec to an artistic leaderhip role for one of the world's premier orchestras.
38th Morelia Music Festival kicks off next week, highlighting artists from Asia
The inaugural program includes music by Tan Dun, winner of an Academy Award and a Grammy for the soundtrack to the 200 film "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon."
Carlota de Limón: The Mexican cocktail that transported me to my mother’s kitchen
A resort bartender's creative cocktail recipe was inspired by the flavors of a classic Mexican dessert — Carlota de Limón — evoking feelings of nostalgia for childhood pleasures.
Beyond its luxury resorts, Riviera Nayarit is facing an education crisis
As luxury tourism transforms the Riviera Nayarit, one local nonprofit is working to ensure education and opportunity reach the communities being left behind.
MND Local CDMX: A nighttime race, queer musical and medieval masquerade
From a nocturnal rave run at UNAM, a musical from the capital's premier queer choir and a Christmas-inspired medieval masquerade, there's always something interesting happening in Mexico City, writes Drew Pittock.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.62
CAD
13.20
EUR
20.77
El Jalapeño: California high-speed rail project reaches -25% completion as Mexico line hits 25%
As Mexico's Querétaro-Irapuato train line rapidly progresses towards completion, the California high-speed rail project has fallen even farther behind its schedule and budget.
El Jalapeño: Chipotle mystified after Mexican diners treat fast-casual burrito bowl as lunch instead...
Corporate strategists at Chipotle Mexican Grill are scrambling to revise their crisis management protocols after diners in Nuevo León inexplicably seem to like the chain's food.
El Jalapeño: Baja man protests three-week CFE outage by hosting open bar in lobby
Three weeks after his power was cut off, a Baja man decided to lodge a creative protest at his local CFE office.
El Jalapeño: ICE demands 50,000 migrant monarch butterflies report to border facility for biometric...
ICE has announced the capture and detainment of numerous migrant monarch butterflies illegally transiting through the U.S.
El Jalapeño: Uber to replace canceled Tulum flights with 22-hour drive in a Nissan...
Despite canceled flights from numerous airlines, Tulum will continue to welcome tourists thanks to a new partnership with Uber.
MND Tutor | US midterm elections
A change in Congress could shift Trump's focus abroad, potentially bringing fresh demands for Mexico's government. Learn more about it with MND Tutor.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: November 7th
Chicken, "Checo" and cell phone restrictions in schools. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
Mexico in Numbers: How many people are emigrating from Mexico?
While 1.2 million foreign-born residents live in Mexico, even more people are emigrating to other countries. How many people are leaving, and what states have the most emigrants?
Mexico and My Money: The fintech revolution in Mexico is just getting started
The fintech revolution in Mexico has already been transformative, as younger adults increasingly embrace mobile apps and digital payments. But the financial technology sector continues to evolve, writes Dawn Stoner.
Mexico’s economy nearing ‘strong’ according to the latest MND Economy Index™
The latest MND Economy Index™ score — based mainly on data for August 2026 — was 74.5, the highest result since we created the index. Find out where Mexico's economy is getting stronger.
Jalisco governor details US $1.3B investment in Guadalajara’s water infrastructure: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
Jalisco Governor Pablo Lemus headlined the president's Wednesday presser to announce a "historic agreement" between state and federal authorities to clean up the Guadalajara metropolitan area's water supply after months of escalating protests.
Government invests US $60M to restore polluted, drought-impacted Lake Pátzcuaro
Four new wastewater plants are being built and six plants are being renovated alongside environmental rehabilitation actions to restore the health of Mexico's third-largest lake.
Hurricanes? Above-average rainfall? They weren’t enough to prevent more drought in Mexico
This year's El Niño leads to drought by increasing temperatures in Mexico's north and oceanic temperatures in the Pacific. Temporary hurricanes and low-pressure troughs haven't changed that.
30 years after the Zapatistas shook Mexico, Indigenous leaders confront an unfinished struggle
Tracy L. Barnett takes us inside the Congreso Nacional Indígena's 30th anniversary meeting, where many of the same struggles continue to affect the community three decades later.
MND Local Guadalajara: New water protest draws thousands, Zapopan officials scrutinized over abandoned pet...
Protests continue in Guadalajara over the metro area's ongoing water crisis, while in nearby Zapopan, it's the large numbers of dogs and cats being euthanized that have drawn outrage.
Endometriosis and fertility: A growing challenge for women in Mexico
Endometriosis affects an estimated 7 million women in Mexico, writes Andrea Fischer, and its impacts on fertility can be felt nationwide.
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.
Ebrard: More than US $8B in data center projects in the works
"I think we're going to continue encouraging [data centers'] installation and operation in our country," Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Tuesday, because they will allow Mexico to strengthen its technological capabilities and its participation in the development of AI.
US commerce secretary’s resistance to cutting tariffs stalls trade talks with Mexico
Mexico is on record as citing tariff relief as its top priority in trade negotiations with the U.S, and the two sides were reportedly close to an agreement when Secretary Lutnick stepped in, accordng to the Wall Street Journal.
San Luis Potosí auto cluster sees potential for Chinese manufacturing investment
BYD is among the Chinese automakers that have expressed interest in opening a plant in Mexico. But neither BYD nor any other Chinese automaker has opened a plant in the country to date.
Mexican-Americans among historic winners in Tuesday’s US elections
While several Americans of Mexican descent flipped congressional seats, two in particular made history by becoming the first Latino governors of California (Xavier Becerra) and Texas (Gina Hinojosa) — those two states themselves being American of Mexican descent.
Cempasúchil: The flower that reunites lovers across life and death
Discover the ancient Mexica legend of cempasúchil, Mexico’s flower of the dead, and how its golden-orange blooms became an iconic symbol.
An illustrated guide to Day of the Dead ofrendas
Bel Woodhouse turns her gift for colorful illustration to one of her favorite celebrations in this look at Mexico's iconic Day of the Dead ofrendas.
Finding home in Mexico, one ordinary day at a time
After living in Querétaro for almost two years, Mark Arcuri has come to some realizations about the challenges of moving to Mexico, while also recognizing the rewards.
