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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.
How the Middle East has shaped Mexico for almost 2,000 years
From courtyards and architecture to pottery and textiles, Mexico bears the lasting influence of Moorish and Middle Eastern traditions.
MND Tutor | Gelman Collection
Art historian María Meléndez challenges the notion that President Claudia Sheinbaum should nationalize the Gelman Collection.
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.
How the Middle East has shaped Mexico for almost 2,000 years
From courtyards and architecture to pottery and textiles, Mexico bears the lasting influence of Moorish and Middle Eastern traditions.
MND Tutor | Gelman Collection
Art historian María Meléndez challenges the notion that President Claudia Sheinbaum should nationalize the Gelman Collection.
From the archive: How to whistle like a true Mexican
Whistling is an integral part of Mexican identify and everyday life, and there's a whistle for every occasion, writes Sarah DeVries.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: August 22nd
Direct flights, desalination plants and anti-dumping duties. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
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.
The story of Zarzaparilla, an Indigenous root beer from Veracruz
Veracruz is notable for its root beer, known as zarzaparilla, or zarza, locally, although it became famed during the "Old West" era as sasparilla, writes Alan Chazaro.
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.
Missed the deadline? Here’s how to get your cell phone service back
If your phone number ends in "0" and you didn't register your cell by August 15, you may have had your service cut off. But no worries. It's easy to recover it. Read on.
Mexico’s urban sprawl is steadily reshaping life in its biggest cities
As the country's major urban areas grow, more and more residents live farther and farther away from the city centers, affecting access to services, commute times (and therefore air quality) and social structures.
What I learned from a summer in San Miguel de Allende: 10 reflections from...
After nine weeks in Mexico, an MND summer intern shares 10 honest reflections on safety, culture, politics and food that challenge how Americans see the country.
Despite surging peso, further interest rate cuts remain unlikely for the foreseeable future
The strong peso has helped curb inflation, but the Bank of Mexico still sees enough price pressure to hold its interest rate steady and delay expected attainment of the 3% inflation goal to late 2027.
María Félix hated this portrait by Diego Rivera. Then it vanished
Diego Rivera's 1949 portrait of movie star María Félix is a famous collaboration between two legendary Mexican artists. But for the last 10 years, it has been missing, writes Andrea Fischer.
Oaxaca was the right choice for my one big Mexico trip. A review by...
I could have gone to the Sierra Gorda or visited the caves at Tolantongo. I'm happy I landed on Oaxaca, writes Jared Tucker, who is wrapping up his internship with Mexico News Daily.
Mexico in Numbers: How do Mexicans spend their time?
Mexicans work nearly 60 hours a week — but INEGI's latest time-use survey reveals stark gender gaps in chores, sleep and free time, plus which state works hardest.
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.
From the archive: How to whistle like a true Mexican
Whistling is an integral part of Mexican identify and everyday life, and there's a whistle for every occasion, writes Sarah DeVries.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: August 22nd
Direct flights, desalination plants and anti-dumping duties. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
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.
The story of Zarzaparilla, an Indigenous root beer from Veracruz
Veracruz is notable for its root beer, known as zarzaparilla, or zarza, locally, although it became famed during the "Old West" era as sasparilla, writes Alan Chazaro.
The hottest product on the planet is increasingly made in Mexico: A perspective from our CEO
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.
Missed the deadline? Here’s how to get your cell phone service back
If your phone number ends in "0" and you didn't register your cell by August 15, you may have had your service cut off. But no worries. It's easy to recover it. Read on.
The hottest product on the planet is increasingly made in Mexico:...
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.
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.
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."
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.
What I learned from a summer in San Miguel de Allende: 10 reflections from...
After nine weeks in Mexico, an MND summer intern shares 10 honest reflections on safety, culture, politics and food that challenge how Americans see the country.
Opinion: What good is a collection Mexico can’t afford to keep?
MND writers Keith Rosenblum and Jesús Ibarra urged President Claudia Sheinbaum to nationalize the controversial Gelman Collection of Art. María Meléndez offers a rebuttal.
Opinion: Does it feel safe to go to school in the United States after...
MND summer intern Zella Golden grapples with the reality of student safety in the United States and why she never gave a second thought to her well-being while attending school in Mexico.
Despite surging peso, further interest rate cuts remain unlikely for the foreseeable future
The strong peso has helped curb inflation, but the Bank of Mexico still sees enough price pressure to hold its interest rate steady and delay expected attainment of the 3% inflation goal to late 2027.
Vietnam’s exports to Mexico double amid fears of Chinese tariff-dodging
Mexico's imports from Vietnam jumped 103% in early 2026, raising suspicions some of the surge is Chinese goods relabeled to dodge new tariffs — a workaround the U.S. is closely watching.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
16.92
CAD
12.28
EUR
19.77
Sheinbaum, Carney discuss trade ahead of Trump’s tariff deadline for Canada
As a deadline for new U.S. tariffs on Canada approaches, President Sheinbaum held a call with the Canadian prime minister to discuss trade and wildfire support.
Sheinbaum unveils Olinia Carga, a Mexican-made electric cargo vehicle: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
At Thursday's mañanera, Sheinbaum presented Mexico's second Olinia EV prototype, addressed a fresh arrest tied to "El Mayo" Zambada's 2024 kidnapping, and discussed a Navy officer's extradition from Argentina.
Mexico rejects US decision to deport Mexicans to Central America: Friday’s...
At Friday's mañanera, Sheinbaum sat out with the flu as Interior Minister Rodríguez addressed U.S. deportations of Mexicans to Central America, economic growth and a newly uncovered trove of archaeological artifacts.
From the archive: How to whistle like a true Mexican
Whistling is an integral part of Mexican identify and everyday life, and there's a whistle for every occasion, writes Sarah DeVries.
Known from scratch: Moving to Mexico and finding a new way to belong
For one new arrival, living amongst the life and laughter of Mexico turned out to be the perfect place to reinvent himself.
Why don’t more foreign tourists come to Central Mexico? MND’s journalism intern explains
Americans tend to make long-haul trips to Europe to eat unique food, explore cobblestone streets and take in thousands of years of history. They can get the same experience with their southern neighbor, so why don’t they come to Central Mexico? Jared Tucker discovered a few reasons.
What I learned from a summer in San Miguel de Allende: 10 reflections from an MND intern
After nine weeks in Mexico, an MND summer intern shares 10 honest reflections on safety, culture, politics and food that challenge how Americans see the country.
Is Mexico really dangerous? Why travel advisories don’t tell the whole story
Mexico is an enormous country, and travel advisories for small parts of it shouldn't cause fear about visiting the nation as a whole, writes Charlotte Smith.
Why don’t more foreign tourists come to Central Mexico? MND’s journalism intern explains
Americans tend to make long-haul trips to Europe to eat unique food, explore cobblestone streets and take in thousands of years of history. They can get the same experience with their southern neighbor, so why don’t they come to Central Mexico? Jared Tucker discovered a few reasons.
Known from scratch: Moving to Mexico and finding a new way to belong
For one new arrival, living amongst the life and laughter of Mexico turned out to be the perfect place to reinvent himself.
Why don’t more foreign tourists come to Central Mexico? MND’s journalism intern explains
Americans tend to make long-haul trips to Europe to eat unique food, explore cobblestone streets and take in thousands of years of history. They can get the same experience with their southern neighbor, so why don’t they come to Central Mexico? Jared Tucker discovered a few reasons.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Opinion: What good is a collection Mexico can’t afford to keep?
MND writers Keith Rosenblum and Jesús Ibarra urged President Claudia Sheinbaum to nationalize the controversial Gelman Collection of Art. María Meléndez offers a rebuttal.
The story of Zarzaparilla, an Indigenous root beer from Veracruz
Veracruz is notable for its root beer, known as zarzaparilla, or zarza, locally, although it became famed during the "Old West" era as sasparilla, writes Alan Chazaro.
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.
Is Mexico really dangerous? Why travel advisories don’t tell the whole story
Mexico is an enormous country, and travel advisories for small parts of it shouldn't cause fear about visiting the nation as a whole, writes Charlotte Smith.
Why don’t more foreign tourists come to Central Mexico? MND’s journalism intern explains
Americans tend to make long-haul trips to Europe to eat unique food, explore cobblestone streets and take in thousands of years of history. They can get the same experience with their southern neighbor, so why don’t they come to Central Mexico? Jared Tucker discovered a few reasons.
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.
GreenLight will invest US $100M to produce first-of-its-kind RNA biofungicide in Mexico
The enterprise, founded by Mexican scientist Andrey Zarur, will not only provide Mexico with a more environmentally friendly method of pest control, but will also contribute to an emerging Mexican biotechnology industry.
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.
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.
How the Middle East has shaped Mexico for almost 2,000 years
From courtyards and architecture to pottery and textiles, Mexico bears the lasting influence of Moorish and Middle Eastern traditions.
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.
Opinion: What good is a collection Mexico can’t afford to keep?
MND writers Keith Rosenblum and Jesús Ibarra urged President Claudia Sheinbaum to nationalize the controversial Gelman Collection of Art. María Meléndez offers a rebuttal.
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.
The story of Zarzaparilla, an Indigenous root beer from Veracruz
Veracruz is notable for its root beer, known as zarzaparilla, or zarza, locally, although it became famed during the "Old West" era as sasparilla, writes Alan Chazaro.
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.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
16.92
CAD
12.28
EUR
19.77
El Jalapeño: Mexico City officials petition Nobel Peace Prize committee on behalf of conchas
Fresh off having pan dulce declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage, Mexico City officials have set their sights on a bigger prize.
El Jalapeño: Oxxo announces ambitious plan to open new stores inside existing locations
Where can convenient store chain Oxxo expand now that it has locations on virtually every corner in Mexico? The answer is shockingly simple.
El Jalapeño: FIFA allowed Mexico to host 2026 World Cup matches in exchange for...
FIFA has explained that its billion dollar profits on the 2026 World Cup while Estadio Azteca owners lost millions was all part of the plan.
El Jalapeño: Mexico and Japan to collaborate on new sargassum-themed restaurant chain
With tons of sargassum washing up on Mexico's Caribbean beaches daily, the nation has partnered with Japan on a tasty new restaurant concept.
El Jalapeño: US enacts emergency guacamole rationing protocol following brief avocado import pause
The brief U.S. suspension of avocado imports from Mexico set off a panic among the country's guacamole consumers.
MND Tutor | Gelman Collection
Art historian María Meléndez challenges the notion that President Claudia Sheinbaum should nationalize the Gelman Collection.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: August 22nd
Direct flights, desalination plants and anti-dumping duties. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
Mexico in Numbers: A 2025 security snapshot
New INEGI data reveal how much Mexico spent on security in 2025, how many guns were seized and how arrests shifted — the year, by the numbers.
Mexico and My Money: What you told us about your personal finance habits and...
Earlier this month, we sent out a survey to help guide and define the topics of a new MND series called "Mexico and My Money." Here's what our nearly 700 respondents from across Mexico had to say.
MND Tutor | UNAM
UNAM is far more than a university — it is a centuries-old institution woven into Mexico’s history, politics, culture and public 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
María Félix hated this portrait by Diego Rivera. Then it vanished
Diego Rivera's 1949 portrait of movie star María Félix is a famous collaboration between two legendary Mexican artists. But for the last 10 years, it has been missing, writes Andrea Fischer.
Oaxaca was the right choice for my one big Mexico trip. A review by...
I could have gone to the Sierra Gorda or visited the caves at Tolantongo. I'm happy I landed on Oaxaca, writes Jared Tucker, who is wrapping up his internship with Mexico News Daily.
Mexico in Numbers: How do Mexicans spend their time?
Mexicans work nearly 60 hours a week — but INEGI's latest time-use survey reveals stark gender gaps in chores, sleep and free time, plus which state works hardest.
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.
