Opinion: Why even in losing, Mexican soccer fans continue celebrating 

El Tri rallied the nation and provided hope for fans, but ultimately fell short in historic fashion.
Elton John at the piano

Elton John returning to Mexico for two farewell dates in October at Estadio Azteca

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After more than five decades of stardom, the knighted British pop legend can still fill stadiums, especially in Mexico where fans were left frustrated when COVID-19 prevented him from extending his farewell tour to Mexico.
vert building

Data center firm Vertiv will expand its Reynosa plant, investing US $150M

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The investment will help establish Reynosa as a leading hub for advanced manufacturing in northern Mexico and further Mexico's leadership among Latin American nations in data center development.
match viewers

Sunday’s Mexico-England showdown was the most-watched soccer match of the century in Mexico

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With so much at stake, so much pre-game hype, and so much enthusiasm across all segments of the Mexican population, a record television audience was almost inevitable.
Elton John at the piano

Elton John returning to Mexico for two farewell dates in October at Estadio Azteca

2
After more than five decades of stardom, the knighted British pop legend can still fill stadiums, especially in Mexico where fans were left frustrated when COVID-19 prevented him from extending his farewell tour to Mexico.
vert building

Data center firm Vertiv will expand its Reynosa plant, investing US $150M

0
The investment will help establish Reynosa as a leading hub for advanced manufacturing in northern Mexico and further Mexico's leadership among Latin American nations in data center development.
match viewers

Sunday’s Mexico-England showdown was the most-watched soccer match of the century in Mexico

0
With so much at stake, so much pre-game hype, and so much enthusiasm across all segments of the Mexican population, a record television audience was almost inevitable.
Puerto Vallarta, with the city shown nestled amid surrounding hills

MND Local: 4 stories that reveal a changing Puerto Vallarta

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The recent fatal crocodile attach in Puerto Vallarta made international news, but it's one of only several recent stories that show a city in transition.
Truck carrying cargo

May exports to US break record even as USMCA renewal stalls

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Mexico set a new monthly record for exports to the United States in May, sending goods worth US $54.18 billion to its northern neighbor, according to U.S. data.
Cabo San Lucas Marina and Land's End

MND Local: Ecological and tourism challenges for Baja California Sur’s 3 oldest protected areas

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Natural Protected Areas in Baja California Sur help to conserve the state's natural bounty, including endemic flora and fauna. But three of the oldest to hold the designation are facing challenges.

A black hawk-eagle is spotted in Querétaro, indicating habitat expansion for the protected raptor

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Known in Mexico as the águila tirana, or tyrant eagle, the species had not previously been officially reported in Querétaro, which lies at some distance from its historically documented range.
June 2026 Peso Index

Is the peso trading at its true rate? The results of our latest MND...

0
In June 2026, the MND Peso Index™ suggests that the USD:MXN exchange rate on the date we collected prices in various Mexican cities and in Dallas, Texas, overvalued the Mexican peso by 2.91%.
Víctor Rodríguez was arrested in the Narvarte neighborhood of Mexico City on Tuesday at 5:32 p.m. before he was officially booked in Cuernavaca.

Ex-Pemex CEO arrested on domestic violence charges

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The arrest came after his wife posted a video on YouTube that shows him hitting, pulling and pushing her at their home in the state of Morelos.
Toyota has been manufacturing the Tacoma in Tijuana since 2002.

Toyota set to move production out of Tijuana and into Texas

2
The Japanese automaker will gradually relocate production of the Tacoma model to its San Antonio plant over the next four years. However, Mexico's Economy Ministry hinted at a future investment announcement that may soften the blow.
Nubank app

Nubank — the company behind Nu banking services — will invest US $4.2B in...

0
The fintech serves more than 135 million customers in Latin America, more than 15 million of them in Mexico, where its all-digital services appeal to those outside the traditional banking system.
armed attrckers detained

Twin clashes near Mazatlán leave 1 marine and 10 criminals dead

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The marine was killed when his patrol was ambushed by armed men from a Sinaloa Cartel faction, while the 10 criminals died in a subsequent clash 180 kilometers to the north.
Girl modeling Team Mexico jersey from Adidas on the street

Fancy embroidered World Cup Mexico jerseys and workers’ rights? It’s a complicated issue

3
What do social media influencers, Adidas and Indigenous Mexican artisans have in common? They're the major players in a controversy over pay for those making Mexico's best-selling World Cup team jerseys.
Action from a 2010 friendly between Mexico and England at Wembley Stadium

A history of Mexico vs. England matchups as the two teams prepare to meet...

1
With Mexico and England set to meet tomorrow in the World Cup round of 16, writer Bob Pateman takes a look back at the soccer history between the two teams.
Fans celebrate a goal against Ecuador on Tuesday at the Zócalo fan festival in Mexico City.

Mexico in Numbers: Tracking Mexico City’s surging World Cup fan crowds

1
From South Africa to Ecuador, each El Tri win has packed Mexico City’s streets with ever‑larger crowds. This week's data deep dive shows how World Cup fan festivals have swelled match after match.
Las Hadas neighborhood in Manzanillo, Colima

‘Could we live here?’ Pondering a move to Manzanillo, and what matters in a...

10
What happens when you live in Mexico but, for various reasons, want to move to another Mexican city? Writer Charlotte Smith examines some potential factors, as she ponders a move to Manzanillo.
Authentic Mexico team jersey produced by Adidas

Wearing pride: Mexico’s counterfeit jersey economy, explained

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Mexico may have the World Cup's best-selling team jersey, but the majority of those pridefully being worn are knockoffs, and this has consequences, as writer María Meléndez explains.
Puerto Vallarta, with the city shown nestled amid surrounding hills

MND Local: 4 stories that reveal a changing Puerto Vallarta

1
The recent fatal crocodile attach in Puerto Vallarta made international news, but it's one of only several recent stories that show a city in transition.
Truck carrying cargo

May exports to US break record even as USMCA renewal stalls

0
Mexico set a new monthly record for exports to the United States in May, sending goods worth US $54.18 billion to its northern neighbor, according to U.S. data.
Cabo San Lucas Marina and Land's End

MND Local: Ecological and tourism challenges for Baja California Sur’s 3 oldest protected areas

0
Natural Protected Areas in Baja California Sur help to conserve the state's natural bounty, including endemic flora and fauna. But three of the oldest to hold the designation are facing challenges.

A black hawk-eagle is spotted in Querétaro, indicating habitat expansion for the protected raptor

0
Known in Mexico as the águila tirana, or tyrant eagle, the species had not previously been officially reported in Querétaro, which lies at some distance from its historically documented range.
June 2026 Peso Index

Is the peso trading at its true rate? The results of our latest MND Peso Index™

0
In June 2026, the MND Peso Index™ suggests that the USD:MXN exchange rate on the date we collected prices in various Mexican cities and in Dallas, Texas, overvalued the Mexican peso by 2.91%.
Víctor Rodríguez was arrested in the Narvarte neighborhood of Mexico City on Tuesday at 5:32 p.m. before he was officially booked in Cuernavaca.

Ex-Pemex CEO arrested on domestic violence charges

2
The arrest came after his wife posted a video on YouTube that shows him hitting, pulling and pushing her at their home in the state of Morelos.
vert building

Data center firm Vertiv will expand its Reynosa plant, investing US...

0
The investment will help establish Reynosa as a leading hub for advanced manufacturing in northern Mexico and further Mexico's leadership among Latin American nations in data center development.
The Mexican stock market building on Paseo de la Reforma in Mexico City.

Are we seeing light at the end of the tunnel for Mexico’s economy? A...

1
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek sits down with Empresas Globales chief Guillermo Bernal to unpack Mexico's mixed economic signals and how major investors really see the country's outlook.
A stock image shows a stethoscope and a Mexican flag

‘Confidently Wrong about Healthcare in Mexico’: A new podcast episode by Mexico News Daily

4
Mexico News Daily’s latest “Confidently Wrong” episode dives into foreigners' experience with healthcare in Mexico, unpacking costs, access and quality — from routine care to major surgery.
A podcast cover image shows cartoons of Travis Bembenek and George Reavis with the words "Confidently Wrong about Fracking in Mexico"

MND’s ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast kicks off season 3 with a look at fracking in...

8
The third season of MND’s ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast dives into fracking in Mexico, challenging common misconceptions and exploring what this controversial industry could mean for jobs, energy and the country’s future.
The Angel of Independence monument, high above Paseo de la Reforma in Mexico City.

Get ‘more smarter’ with MND Intelligence: A perspective from our CEO

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A note from our CEO on why we created the new MND Intelligence section — and how these tools can help you make smarter decisions about living, traveling or doing business in Mexico.
Soccer fans enjoy Germany vs. Curaçao from Mexico City's Chapultepec Park on Sunday.

Leading media outlets should be ashamed at their World Cup coverage of Mexico: A...

25
CEO of MND Travis Bembenek makes a study of the alarmist World Cup headlines coming out of Mexico and why this type of journalism persists.
match viewers

Sunday’s Mexico-England showdown was the most-watched soccer match of the century in Mexico

0
With so much at stake, so much pre-game hype, and so much enthusiasm across all segments of the Mexican population, a record television audience was almost inevitable.
Mexico fans celebrating in the rain after a World Cup victory over Ecuador

Opinion: A World Cup loss can’t sap the country’s incurable optimism

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Mexico's knockout loss to England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup was a setback to the celebratory atmosphere on display in the country, but does nothing to shake Mexico's incurable optimism, writes Maria Meléndez.

Opinion: Why even in losing, Mexican soccer fans continue celebrating 

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El Tri rallied the nation and provided hope for fans, but ultimately fell short in historic fashion.
Sheinbaum July 6, 2026

Sheinbaum celebrates Mexico’s ‘best performance in any World Cup’ and the joy it brought:...

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On Monday, President Sheinbaum congratulated El Tri, saying that the team "gave us a lot of joy," and announced that her government would soon present a report on the 2024 capture of Sinaloa Cartel leader Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.
Toyota has been manufacturing the Tacoma in Tijuana since 2002.

Toyota set to move production out of Tijuana and into Texas

2
The Japanese automaker will gradually relocate production of the Tacoma model to its San Antonio plant over the next four years. However, Mexico's Economy Ministry hinted at a future investment announcement that may soften the blow.
Nubank app

Nubank — the company behind Nu banking services — will invest US $4.2B in...

0
The fintech serves more than 135 million customers in Latin America, more than 15 million of them in Mexico, where its all-digital services appeal to those outside the traditional banking system.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.54
CAD
12.38
EUR
20.06
Sheinbaum July 7, 2026

‘Who lied?’ about the United States’ role in the capture of cartel boss ‘El...

6
President Sheinbaum and Interior Minister Rodríguez suggested on Tuesday that the U.S. made agreements with organized crime members — namely Joaquín Guzmán López (the son of "El Chapo") — to facilitate Zambada's capture.
Sheinbaum July 6, 2026

Sheinbaum celebrates Mexico’s ‘best performance in any World Cup’ and the joy it brought:...

0
On Monday, President Sheinbaum congratulated El Tri, saying that the team "gave us a lot of joy," and announced that her government would soon present a report on the 2024 capture of Sinaloa Cartel leader Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.
Sheinbaum July 8, 2026

Mexico ranked No. 10 for FDI in 2025: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped

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President Sheinbaum on Wednesday also announced that Mexico would pursue legal measures against ICE following the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE officer in Houston.

Opinion: Why even in losing, Mexican soccer fans continue celebrating 

1
El Tri rallied the nation and provided hope for fans, but ultimately fell short in historic fashion.
José Chávez Morado mural in the Alhóndiga de Granaditas

How moving to Mexico inspired me to become a painter

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There's something about Mexico that inspires the urge to paint, something writer Louisa Rogers learned firsthand when she and her husband moved to Guanajuato in 2005.
Las Hadas neighborhood in Manzanillo, Colima

‘Could we live here?’ Pondering a move to Manzanillo, and what matters in a new home

10
What happens when you live in Mexico but, for various reasons, want to move to another Mexican city? Writer Charlotte Smith examines some potential factors, as she ponders a move to Manzanillo.
A courtyard at Rancho La Puerta in Baja California, Mexico, ranked the No. 1 wellness resort in the world.

3 Mexican cities are among Travel + Leisure’s top 10 in the world

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From wellness retreats to colonial streets, the country garnered numerous accolades in one of the most influential rankings in the tourism industry.

Discovering Mexico: La Unión

3
You might never have heard of it, but La Unión is secretly Mexico's best slice of oceanside life.
CSP

Sheinbaum defends Mexico’s safety record after UK issues World Cup travel warning

12
After the U.K. issued a travel alert ahead of Sunday's Mexico vs. England match, President Sheinbaum once again found herself in the position of having to defend Mexico's preparedness in the face of criticism from abroad.
José Chávez Morado mural in the Alhóndiga de Granaditas

How moving to Mexico inspired me to become a painter

0
There's something about Mexico that inspires the urge to paint, something writer Louisa Rogers learned firsthand when she and her husband moved to Guanajuato in 2005.
Las Hadas neighborhood in Manzanillo, Colima

‘Could we live here?’ Pondering a move to Manzanillo, and what matters in a...

10
What happens when you live in Mexico but, for various reasons, want to move to another Mexican city? Writer Charlotte Smith examines some potential factors, as she ponders a move to Manzanillo.
A stock image shows a stethoscope and a Mexican flag

‘Confidently Wrong about Healthcare in Mexico’: A new podcast episode by Mexico News Daily

4
Mexico News Daily’s latest “Confidently Wrong” episode dives into foreigners' experience with healthcare in Mexico, unpacking costs, access and quality — from routine care to major surgery.
A podcast cover image shows cartoons of Travis Bembenek and George Reavis with the words "Confidently Wrong about Fracking in Mexico"

MND’s ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast kicks off season 3 with a look at fracking in...

8
The third season of MND’s ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast dives into fracking in Mexico, challenging common misconceptions and exploring what this controversial industry could mean for jobs, energy and the country’s future.
A Foxconn production facility in Jalisco

Opinion: Why Guadalajara offers a credible supply chain alternative during the Iran crisis

1
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 Stadium (Estadio Akron)

MND Local: FIFA World Cup security plans announced for Guadalajara, while real estate prices...

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With World Cup games only a few weeks away in Guadalajara, the city has announced its security measures for the event, as well as other local news.
San Miguel de Allende, view of the cathedral from a side street

MND Local: Community gatherings in San Miguel de Allende

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San Miguel de Allende has been abuzz with community gatherings of all kinds this summer, from World Cup viewing parties to art exhibitions and Shabbat dinners, writes our summer intern, Jared Tucker.
GIFF poster

This month’s Guanajuato International Film Festival will highlight women in Mexican cinema

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The 29th edition of the prestigious film festival will screen 203 films from 55 countries in a number of movie theaters in the state capital of Guanajuato and the city of San Miguel de Allende.
Grilling at Rancho Tejuan in Morelos

Rancho Tehuan: How one man rewilded a ruined ranch into Mexico’s most unlikely culinary...

1
Besides providing Mexico City chefs with the best available ingredients, Pierre Koboloff is also building one of Mexico's best culinary destinations behind an unmarked gate in Morelos.

Fan reaction after Mexico’s first goal Tuesday triggered earthquake monitors

1
Vibrations from the synchronized movements of tens of thousands of exuberant fans were enough to cause a tiny "artificial quake." It was not the first time that has happened.

Discovering Mexico: La Unión

3
You might never have heard of it, but La Unión is secretly Mexico's best slice of oceanside life.
CSP

Sheinbaum defends Mexico’s safety record after UK issues World Cup travel warning

12
After the U.K. issued a travel alert ahead of Sunday's Mexico vs. England match, President Sheinbaum once again found herself in the position of having to defend Mexico's preparedness in the face of criticism from abroad.
Colombian and Mexican flags waving side by side in the wind

Where can you find a taste of Colombia in Mexico City?

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The number of Colombian immigrants to Mexico has increased noticeably in recent years, leading to a host of new restaurants and flavors, especially in Mexico City.
Candy vendor in Mexico

Why is Mexican candy both sweet and spicy? The answer might surprise you

5
Mexican candies are instantly recognizable, thanks to their entrancing blend of both sweetness and spice. But while chiles and chocolate are native items, the iconic flavor found in many sweets, chamoy, originated in Asia.
Flooding in Mexico City

Mexico City unveils US $127M in drainage system upgrades to tame flooding

0
The upgrades come after two consecutive years of heavy June rainfall in the capital and are expected to benefit the flood-prone areas of Iztapalapa and eastern México state.
a reservoir

Mexico has almost totally recovered from several years of drought

3
Just over a year ago, 46.5% of the country was suffering from drought conditions, according to the National Water Commission (Conagua). Now that percentage is down to 2.4%.
Rancho La Puerta

Rancho La Puerta — From US $17.50 a day to one of the world’s...

5
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.
Dr. Molina

One doctor’s mission to provide affordable care in Zihuatanejo

2
Everyone should have a doctor who cares as much as Dr. Molina, a woman on a mission in one of Zihuatanejo's poorest neighborhoods.
Elton John at the piano

Elton John returning to Mexico for two farewell dates in October at Estadio Azteca

2
After more than five decades of stardom, the knighted British pop legend can still fill stadiums, especially in Mexico where fans were left frustrated when COVID-19 prevented him from extending his farewell tour to Mexico.
San Miguel de Allende, view of the cathedral from a side street

MND Local: Community gatherings in San Miguel de Allende

0
San Miguel de Allende has been abuzz with community gatherings of all kinds this summer, from World Cup viewing parties to art exhibitions and Shabbat dinners, writes our summer intern, Jared Tucker.
GIFF poster

This month’s Guanajuato International Film Festival will highlight women in Mexican cinema

0
The 29th edition of the prestigious film festival will screen 203 films from 55 countries in a number of movie theaters in the state capital of Guanajuato and the city of San Miguel de Allende.
Mexico News Daily's summer journalism intern, Jared Tucker, watched Mexico vs. Ecuador from the Zócalo FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday.

It really is different here. A World Cup dispatch from MND’s summer intern

2
Last week, Mexico News Daily's summer journalism intern, Jared Tucker, traveled from San Miguel de Allende to Mexico City for the first time to witness a history-making match that changed his image of Mexico forever.
Grilling at Rancho Tejuan in Morelos

Rancho Tehuan: How one man rewilded a ruined ranch into Mexico’s most unlikely culinary destination

1
Besides providing Mexico City chefs with the best available ingredients, Pierre Koboloff is also building one of Mexico's best culinary destinations behind an unmarked gate in Morelos.

Fan reaction after Mexico’s first goal Tuesday triggered earthquake monitors

1
Vibrations from the synchronized movements of tens of thousands of exuberant fans were enough to cause a tiny "artificial quake." It was not the first time that has happened.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.54
CAD
12.38
EUR
20.06

El Jalapeño: Vatican elevates Soccer Baby Jesus to full pilgrimage status, citing ‘undeniable results’

2
Can pilgrimages to the shrine of Soccer Baby Jesus help Mexico win the World Cup? It can't hurt, the Vatican says.
Trump laser etched avocado

El Jalapeño: Mexico proposes Trump-faced avocados to save the USMCA

9
With negotiations ongoing to renew the USMCA trade agreement, Mexico has a bold new proposal.
Merlin the duck AI image for El Jalapeño

El Jalapeño: Duck gets legal approval faster than most Mexican infrastructure projects

1
Mexico's World Cup dreams rely on its now official secret weapon: Luck-bringing Merlin the duck.

El Jalapeño: ICE Agents having a wonderful time at World Cup, jurisdictional questions remain

6
Technically, none of these people had valid U.S. visas, but then again, they weren't in the U.S.

El Jalapeño: Sheinbaum birthday plans include mud wrestling tournament, demolition of National Palace wing

6
La Presidenta is likely to remain awake throughout the proceedings, however.
June 2026 Peso Index

Is the peso trading at its true rate? The results of our latest MND...

0
In June 2026, the MND Peso Index™ suggests that the USD:MXN exchange rate on the date we collected prices in various Mexican cities and in Dallas, Texas, overvalued the Mexican peso by 2.91%.
News quiz

The MND News Quiz of the Week: July 4th

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World Cup, World Cup and World Cup: Have you been paying attention to the news this week?

MND Tutor | Celebración del Mundial

0
A historic World Cup night turned Mexico City’s downtown into a sea of flags, music, fireworks and car caravans, as about one million fans celebrated Mexico’s 2–0 victory over Ecuador.
Fans celebrate a goal against Ecuador on Tuesday at the Zócalo fan festival in Mexico City.

Mexico in Numbers: Tracking Mexico City’s surging World Cup fan crowds

1
From South Africa to Ecuador, each El Tri win has packed Mexico City’s streets with ever‑larger crowds. This week's data deep dive shows how World Cup fan festivals have swelled match after match.
The Sheinbaum Index™ for May 2026 is 64.8/100.

The MND Sheinbaum Index™ for May 2026

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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.
Construction on the San Antonio de los Buenos wastewater treatment plant.

United States’ EPA highlights bilateral progress on Tijuana River sewage crisis

1
According to an update released by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Mexico is on track with the construction of a new pump station and stormwater management gates that will prevent at least 5 million gallons per day of sewage from entering the Tijuana River.
Flooding in Mexico City

Mexico City unveils US $127M in drainage system upgrades to tame flooding

0
The upgrades come after two consecutive years of heavy June rainfall in the capital and are expected to benefit the flood-prone areas of Iztapalapa and eastern México state.
a reservoir

Mexico has almost totally recovered from several years of drought

3
Just over a year ago, 46.5% of the country was suffering from drought conditions, according to the National Water Commission (Conagua). Now that percentage is down to 2.4%.
Fracking in Mexico draws protests in Mexico City

Scientists, activists push back on Sheinbaum’s fracking plan as opposition movement grows

2
Recent protests were held in Mexico City after President Claudia Sheibaum reversed her stance on fracking, which she had pledged during her campaign to ban.
A Yucatán cenote

Yucatán teams with World Wildlife Fund to launch US $20 million fund to protect...

3
Given the name Herencia Maya (Maya Heritage), the conservation program is a joint government-NGO-private-institution effort for funding the rescue and revival of Yucatan's mangroves and waterways.
Yoga practitioners on mats

How to get the most out of International Yoga Day 2026 in Mexico City

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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

Rancho La Puerta — From US $17.50 a day to one of the world’s...

5
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.
Dr. Molina

One doctor’s mission to provide affordable care in Zihuatanejo

2
Everyone should have a doctor who cares as much as Dr. Molina, a woman on a mission in one of Zihuatanejo's poorest neighborhoods.
Toyota has been manufacturing the Tacoma in Tijuana since 2002.

Toyota set to move production out of Tijuana and into Texas

2
The Japanese automaker will gradually relocate production of the Tacoma model to its San Antonio plant over the next four years. However, Mexico's Economy Ministry hinted at a future investment announcement that may soften the blow.
President Sheinbaum appears with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa at the National Palace

Mexico and European Union sign modernized trade deal, eliminating tariffs on 99% of products

11
The long-awaited Modernized Global Agreement (MGA) has come to fruition as both sides seek to expand and diversify trade with partners other than the United States.
2026 Chevrolet Aveo

GM will move assembly of its Groove and Aveo models from China to Mexico

2
Starting next year, GM will be assembling those two vehicles at its Ramos Arizpe plant in Coahuila, which began operations 45 years ago.
Girl modeling Team Mexico jersey from Adidas on the street

Fancy embroidered World Cup Mexico jerseys and workers’ rights? It’s a complicated issue

3
What do social media influencers, Adidas and Indigenous Mexican artisans have in common? They're the major players in a controversy over pay for those making Mexico's best-selling World Cup team jerseys.
Action from a 2010 friendly between Mexico and England at Wembley Stadium

A history of Mexico vs. England matchups as the two teams prepare to meet...

1
With Mexico and England set to meet tomorrow in the World Cup round of 16, writer Bob Pateman takes a look back at the soccer history between the two teams.
Fans celebrate a goal against Ecuador on Tuesday at the Zócalo fan festival in Mexico City.

Mexico in Numbers: Tracking Mexico City’s surging World Cup fan crowds

1
From South Africa to Ecuador, each El Tri win has packed Mexico City’s streets with ever‑larger crowds. This week's data deep dive shows how World Cup fan festivals have swelled match after match.
Las Hadas neighborhood in Manzanillo, Colima

‘Could we live here?’ Pondering a move to Manzanillo, and what matters in a...

10
What happens when you live in Mexico but, for various reasons, want to move to another Mexican city? Writer Charlotte Smith examines some potential factors, as she ponders a move to Manzanillo.