Sheinbaum issues work-from-home decree for World Cup kick-off: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
The decree, which applies to government agencies and calls on the workforce at large to comply, is to "improve conditions of mobility, road safety and accessibility both for Mexico City residents and tourists" on Thursday, the day of the first World Cup match.
Honor, fun and an uninvited guest: Celebrating Mexico’s National Navy Day in Cozumel
On June 1, retired Australian Royal Navy servicemember Bel Woodhouse got to experience how Mexicans in Cozumel celebrate the nation's holiday honoring Mexico's Navy — and had a blast!
MND Local: Swimsuit models in Loreto and a rise in dental tourism in Tijuana
Modelling is the hottest topic on the Baja California peninsula this week, as Sports Illustrated descends on the town of Loreto for its iconic swimwear photoshoot, plus why Tijuana is winning big in the tourism game.
Sheinbaum issues work-from-home decree for World Cup kick-off: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
The decree, which applies to government agencies and calls on the workforce at large to comply, is to "improve conditions of mobility, road safety and accessibility both for Mexico City residents and tourists" on Thursday, the day of the first World Cup match.
Honor, fun and an uninvited guest: Celebrating Mexico’s National Navy Day in Cozumel
On June 1, retired Australian Royal Navy servicemember Bel Woodhouse got to experience how Mexicans in Cozumel celebrate the nation's holiday honoring Mexico's Navy — and had a blast!
MND Local: Swimsuit models in Loreto and a rise in dental tourism in Tijuana
Modelling is the hottest topic on the Baja California peninsula this week, as Sports Illustrated descends on the town of Loreto for its iconic swimwear photoshoot, plus why Tijuana is winning big in the tourism game.
In a first, FIFA collaborates with Mexican artisans on limited-edition collection
The idea behind FIFA's involvement and the soccer-themed pieces is to bring Mexico's traditional handicrafts to a wider global audience during the World Cup.
Innovation and clean government push Querétaro to top of IMCO’s 2026 Urban Competitiveness Index
Querétaro, Puerto Vallarta, La Paz and Delicias are Mexico's most competitive cities, according to the 2026 Urban Competitiveness Index (ICU), which ranks metropolitan areas on their capacity to generate, attract and retain talent and investment.
An oasis for pedestrians — in the form of a verdant elevated walkway —...
The elevated walkway, with 10,000 plants and trees, converts one of the capital's most congested areas into a pleasant diversion for residents and visitors.
Wild picks: Elephants, pumas and gorillas make World Cup predictions at Guadalajara Zoo
The animals picked winners — mostly for the four matches scheduled at Guadalajara Stadium — by choosing between food, shirts, boxes and soccer balls linked to the different teams.
PAN files complaint with International Criminal Court against AMLO, alleging organized crime ties
Mexico's National Action Party (PAN) has filed a complaint against Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) with the International Criminal Court (ICC), alleging that the former president forged pacts with criminal groups during his 2018-24 presidency.
Tropical Storm Boris set to hit southwest Mexican coast on Monday night
Guerrero and Oaxaca can expect "torrential" rains by late Monday, especially along the coast between Lagunas de Chacahua, Oaxaca, and Tecpan, Guerrero. Acapulco is also on alert.
Trump’s latest AI birthday video features tacos, travels — and Sheinbaum
U.S. President Donald Trump commemorated his birthday a few days early by releasing an AI-generated video that included images of him eating tacos alongside President Claudia Sheinbaum.
Sheinbaum debuts Olinia, Mexico’s new low-cost EV
According to the engineers behind the project, Olinia 1 achieves an operating cost of 49 cents per kilometer and can save up to 50,000 pesos (US $28,690) a year just on fuel.
MND Local Puerto Vallarta: Tax relief, a Tree City designation and World Cup fan...
This month, the city is helping out World Cup fans with free activities and tax debtors with a break on overdue fines. Plus, PV just got named a Tree City of the World for the second year in a row.
The MND Sheinbaum Index™: Sheinbaum scores 60.0 for April 2026
The MND Sheinbaum Index™ scores eight of the most important government performance indicators against a consistent methodology. Find out how Mexico is doing each month under the president's watch.
Mexico in Numbers: Where did over $60 billion in remittances go in 2025?
Individuals abroad sent $61.79 billion to Mexico in 2025, but the money didn't land evenly. See which states got the most in this week's edition of Mexico in Numbers.
Opinion: Why President Sheinbaum’s ‘Don’t watch TV Azteca’ comment is such a big deal
Why did Mexico's president, Claudia Sheinbaum, use her daily news conference to tell citizens not to watch TV Azteca? Writer María Meléndez explains the backstory for what has become a hot button political issue.
Moody’s cuts Mexico’s credit rating to the lowest investment-grade level
Moody's joins Fitch and S&P in giving Mexico a barely investment-grade rating, and all three lay a share of the blame on Pemex's subsidies.
The MND Economy Index™ for March 2026
If you follow news about Mexico, you have almost certainly encountered two very different narratives about how the economy is performing. Today, we're introducing our latest initiative to provide a realistic, data-backed and broad measure of the Mexican economy, month by month.
In a first, FIFA collaborates with Mexican artisans on limited-edition collection
The idea behind FIFA's involvement and the soccer-themed pieces is to bring Mexico's traditional handicrafts to a wider global audience during the World Cup.
Innovation and clean government push Querétaro to top of IMCO’s 2026 Urban Competitiveness Index
Querétaro, Puerto Vallarta, La Paz and Delicias are Mexico's most competitive cities, according to the 2026 Urban Competitiveness Index (ICU), which ranks metropolitan areas on their capacity to generate, attract and retain talent and investment.
An oasis for pedestrians — in the form of a verdant elevated walkway — is inaugurated in Mexico City
The elevated walkway, with 10,000 plants and trees, converts one of the capital's most congested areas into a pleasant diversion for residents and visitors.
Wild picks: Elephants, pumas and gorillas make World Cup predictions at Guadalajara Zoo
The animals picked winners — mostly for the four matches scheduled at Guadalajara Stadium — by choosing between food, shirts, boxes and soccer balls linked to the different teams.
PAN files complaint with International Criminal Court against AMLO, alleging organized crime ties
Mexico's National Action Party (PAN) has filed a complaint against Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) with the International Criminal Court (ICC), alleging that the former president forged pacts with criminal groups during his 2018-24 presidency.
Tropical Storm Boris set to hit southwest Mexican coast on Monday night
Guerrero and Oaxaca can expect "torrential" rains by late Monday, especially along the coast between Lagunas de Chacahua, Oaxaca, and Tecpan, Guerrero. Acapulco is also on alert.
Innovation and clean government push Querétaro to top of IMCO’s 2026...
Querétaro, Puerto Vallarta, La Paz and Delicias are Mexico's most competitive cities, according to the 2026 Urban Competitiveness Index (ICU), which ranks metropolitan areas on their capacity to generate, attract and retain talent and investment.
Does Mexico need more tourists? A perspective from our CEO
Mexico has 48 million tourists a year and room for millions more. MND's CEO breaks down the numbers — and talks strategy with Mexico's federal tourism minister.
Productivity brings prosperity: Is Mexico really failing at both? A perspective from our CEO
Mexico's exports are surging, wages have doubled and poverty is falling — so why has per capita GDP and productivity barely budged in 25 years?
‘Confidently Wrong about President Sheinbaum’s Performance’: A new podcast episode by Mexico News Daily
How is Sheinbaum really doing? CEO Travis Bembenek breaks down the numbers behind Mexico News Daily's Sheinbaum Index this week on 'Confidently Wrong.'
The boom up north: A perspective from our CEO
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek returns to Monterrey after six years away to find a city transformed by impressive infrastructure, surging investment and sky-high ambition.
What’s the real story behind Mexico’s early end to the school year? A Confidently...
Much of Mexico was taken by surprise this past week when Education Minister Mario Delgado notified the nation that the school year would end 40 days early. What could be the real reason behind this announcement?
Sheinbaum issues work-from-home decree for World Cup kick-off: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
The decree, which applies to government agencies and calls on the workforce at large to comply, is to "improve conditions of mobility, road safety and accessibility both for Mexico City residents and tourists" on Thursday, the day of the first World Cup match.
In a first, FIFA collaborates with Mexican artisans on limited-edition collection
The idea behind FIFA's involvement and the soccer-themed pieces is to bring Mexico's traditional handicrafts to a wider global audience during the World Cup.
Wild picks: Elephants, pumas and gorillas make World Cup predictions at Guadalajara Zoo
The animals picked winners — mostly for the four matches scheduled at Guadalajara Stadium — by choosing between food, shirts, boxes and soccer balls linked to the different teams.
Sheinbaum moves to defuse tensions, pledges peaceful World Cup opener: Monday’s mañanera recapped
The clock is ticking on a deal with the teachers' union, which has threatened to escalate its protests on the days leading up to and including June 11, the first day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
OECD cuts Mexico’s 2026 growth forecast but sees a brighter 2027
A slow first quarter that resulted in a contraction erased the strong growth at the end of 2025, leading the OECD to lower Mexico's growth outlook from 1.3% to 0.8%
Spain and Mexico want to double bilateral trade by 2030
The two countries are taking the next step after the historic agreement signed in May between the EU and Mexico, leaving behind recent squabbles over current attitudes about the Conquest.
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PAN files complaint with International Criminal Court against AMLO, alleging organized crime ties
Mexico's National Action Party (PAN) has filed a complaint against Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) with the International Criminal Court (ICC), alleging that the former president forged pacts with criminal groups during his 2018-24 presidency.
Trump’s latest AI birthday video features tacos, travels — and Sheinbaum
U.S. President Donald Trump commemorated his birthday a few days early by releasing an AI-generated video that included images of him eating tacos alongside President Claudia Sheinbaum.
Sheinbaum issues work-from-home decree for World Cup kick-off: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
The decree, which applies to government agencies and calls on the workforce at large to comply, is to "improve conditions of mobility, road safety and accessibility both for Mexico City residents and tourists" on Thursday, the day of the first World Cup match.
Honor, fun and an uninvited guest: Celebrating Mexico’s National Navy Day in Cozumel
On June 1, retired Australian Royal Navy servicemember Bel Woodhouse got to experience how Mexicans in Cozumel celebrate the nation's holiday honoring Mexico's Navy — and had a blast!
A very boring guide to how to register your Mexican cell phone
Registering you Mexican cell phone in compliance with new law isn't hard, writes Sarah DeVries. She didn't promise it was exciting though.
Waiting on the rain in the Bay of Banderas
The summer rainy season in Puerto Vallarta and around the Banderas Bay region changes everything ... and in a very beautiful way.
Discovering Mexico: Zacatecas
Not usually the first state at the top of a "must-visit" list, Zacatecas is home to some of Mexico's most stunning natural vistas, colonial architecture and a very suspicious statue.
Make the most of your World Cup visit with these amazing Guadalajara day trips
With the summer fast approaching, here's how to make the most of your next trip to "La Perla Tapatía."
Does Mexico need more tourists? A perspective from our CEO
Mexico has 48 million tourists a year and room for millions more. MND's CEO breaks down the numbers — and talks strategy with Mexico's federal tourism minister.
A very boring guide to how to register your Mexican cell phone
Registering you Mexican cell phone in compliance with new law isn't hard, writes Sarah DeVries. She didn't promise it was exciting though.
Waiting on the rain in the Bay of Banderas
The summer rainy season in Puerto Vallarta and around the Banderas Bay region changes everything ... and in a very beautiful way.
Productivity brings prosperity: Is Mexico really failing at both? A perspective from our CEO
Mexico's exports are surging, wages have doubled and poverty is falling — so why has per capita GDP and productivity barely budged in 25 years?
‘Confidently Wrong about President Sheinbaum’s Performance’: A new podcast episode by Mexico News Daily
How is Sheinbaum really doing? CEO Travis Bembenek breaks down the numbers behind Mexico News Daily's Sheinbaum Index this week on 'Confidently Wrong.'
MND Local: FIFA World Cup security plans announced for Guadalajara, while real estate prices...
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.
How Tijuana’s award-winning Xicoténcatl Park united a neglected migrant community
Municipal officials only intended to create flood-prevention infrastructure for this underserved migrant neighborhood, but designers saw an opportunity to bring residents together.
The quest to discover the secrets of Moctezuma’s private zoo
Over 400 years before the Chapultepec Zoo opened in Mexico City, an ancient version existed in Tenochtitlán, belonging to Mexica emperor Moctezuma II.
A star-studded Mexican musical lineup will take the stage at the World Cup opening...
Maná, Lila Downs, Alejandro Fernández and Los Ángeles Azules will headline the opening ceremonies, which will start 90 minutes before the 1 p.m. Mexico-So. Africa match.
World Cup ticket scams are surging — here’s how to buy safely
The FBI issued a warning last week naming three dozen bogus sites, but cybersecurity firms estimate the World Cup scams may number in the thousands.
Mexico rolls past Serbia in its final World Cup warm-up match
Mexico will be bringing some momentum to its opening tournament match against So. Africa next Thursday, having won its last three friendlies by a combined score of 8-1.
Make the most of your World Cup visit with these amazing Guadalajara day trips
With the summer fast approaching, here's how to make the most of your next trip to "La Perla Tapatía."
Does Mexico need more tourists? A perspective from our CEO
Mexico has 48 million tourists a year and room for millions more. MND's CEO breaks down the numbers — and talks strategy with Mexico's federal tourism minister.
Going to the World Cup in Monterrey? Here’s where to eat and drink
Soccer is king in Monterrey this June thanks to the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. But visitors will also want to explore the city's thriving dining and drinking scene.
It’s time to start planning your fall vineyard escape: A look at Mexico’s best...
If you've never tried wine tourism in Mexico, the good news is that there are more wine regions to choose from than ever across the country. And you've still got time to plan this year's trip.
Yucatán teams with World Wildlife Fund to launch US $20 million fund to protect...
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.
From nuisance to raw material: Solving the sargassum crisis
As the sargassum crisis continues to worsen, a wave of new companies is working to turn the brown algae into sustainable products that can help the environment and local communities.
One doctor’s mission to provide affordable care in Zihuatanejo
Everyone should have a doctor who cares as much as Dr. Molina, a woman on a mission in one of Zihuatanejo's poorest neighborhoods.
I entered the Oceanman in Cozumel with less than a month to train and...
What could happen if you tried an endurance swimming race without a proper training schedule? One Riviera Maya resident decided to find out.
In a first, FIFA collaborates with Mexican artisans on limited-edition collection
The idea behind FIFA's involvement and the soccer-themed pieces is to bring Mexico's traditional handicrafts to a wider global audience during the World Cup.
The quest to discover the secrets of Moctezuma’s private zoo
Over 400 years before the Chapultepec Zoo opened in Mexico City, an ancient version existed in Tenochtitlán, belonging to Mexica emperor Moctezuma II.
A star-studded Mexican musical lineup will take the stage at the World Cup opening ceremonies
Maná, Lila Downs, Alejandro Fernández and Los Ángeles Azules will headline the opening ceremonies, which will start 90 minutes before the 1 p.m. Mexico-So. Africa match.
Saving the turtles of the Michoacán coast
Only five hours south of Guadalajara lies a small stretch of beach that is one of the three most important in the world for the olive ridley sea turtle.
World Cup ticket scams are surging — here’s how to buy safely
The FBI issued a warning last week naming three dozen bogus sites, but cybersecurity firms estimate the World Cup scams may number in the thousands.
Mexico rolls past Serbia in its final World Cup warm-up match
Mexico will be bringing some momentum to its opening tournament match against So. Africa next Thursday, having won its last three friendlies by a combined score of 8-1.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.41
CAD
12.48
EUR
20.13
El Jalapeño: South African soccer team arrive in Pachuca, discover first opponent is the...
At least one player asked if they'd accidentally become part of the plot of Cool Runnings.
El Jalapeño: US Embassy introduces new policy to mind its own business
It turns out the State Department accidentally had Mexico listed as "State #51."
El Jalapeño: Mexico City schools move to slash in-class phone use to just 95%...
Students are reportedly concerned that the reforms may lead to excessive education.
El Jalapeño: Mexico, EU sign historic trade deal to bravely protect world from duty-free...
After months of tense talks, mankind can rest easy knowing that the cheapest, tattiest of products will not flood our streets tariff-free.
El Jalapeño: American foodies devastated as Mexico City taco stand loses Michelin star
Heartbreak: now tourists will have to enjoy the rest of the city, instead.
MND Tutor | Pride
Celebrate Pride Month by improving your Spanish in the latest MND Tutor.
Have you used healthcare in Mexico? Take our 5-minute survey
Healthcare is a top concern for anyone living in or considering a move to Mexico. Share your personal experiences in our anonymous 5-minute survey — and look out for the results in an upcoming article.
Mexico in Numbers: Mapping Mexico’s political party membership, from Morena to PAN
Morena has more than 12 million members, making it the ninth-largest political party in the world. But how do Mexico's other parties measure up?
The MND Peso Index™ for May 2026
The MND Peso Index™ is a new monthly economic indicator developed by Mexico News Daily that measures whether the Mexican peso is overvalued or undervalued against the US dollar.
MND Tutor | Huelga
World cup woes are on the horizon — read all about it in MND Tutor this week.
Scientists, activists push back on Sheinbaum’s fracking plan as opposition movement grows
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.
Yucatán teams with World Wildlife Fund to launch US $20 million fund to protect...
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.
From nuisance to raw material: Solving the sargassum crisis
As the sargassum crisis continues to worsen, a wave of new companies is working to turn the brown algae into sustainable products that can help the environment and local communities.
Court ruling cancels dozens of mining concessions in Wirikuta — but key sites remain...
After legal battle that have lasted 15 years, over 40 mining concessions have been canceled in Wirikuta, but dozens more still remain.
Why did the Huasteca Potosina’s picturesque Tamul Waterfall dry up?
State and federal authorities pulled out all the stops to get the Gallinas River flowing again to the waterfall site, including a total ban on upstream extraction for irrigation, but to no avail.
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.
One doctor’s mission to provide affordable care in Zihuatanejo
Everyone should have a doctor who cares as much as Dr. Molina, a woman on a mission in one of Zihuatanejo's poorest neighborhoods.
I entered the Oceanman in Cozumel with less than a month to train and...
What could happen if you tried an endurance swimming race without a proper training schedule? One Riviera Maya resident decided to find out.
Mexico and European Union sign modernized trade deal, eliminating tariffs on 99% of products
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.
GM will move assembly of its Groove and Aveo models from China to Mexico
Starting next year, GM will be assembling those two vehicles at its Ramos Arizpe plant in Coahuila, which began operations 45 years ago.
Mexico-Taiwan trade, already growing steadily, has surged this year
A 400% year-on-year increase in Mexican imports from Taiwan reflects the significant deepening of trade ties between the two countries in recent years, amid a broader regional shift toward supply chain diversification away from China.
The MND Sheinbaum Index™: Sheinbaum scores 60.0 for April 2026
The MND Sheinbaum Index™ scores eight of the most important government performance indicators against a consistent methodology. Find out how Mexico is doing each month under the president's watch.
Mexico in Numbers: Where did over $60 billion in remittances go in 2025?
Individuals abroad sent $61.79 billion to Mexico in 2025, but the money didn't land evenly. See which states got the most in this week's edition of Mexico in Numbers.
Opinion: Why President Sheinbaum’s ‘Don’t watch TV Azteca’ comment is such a big deal
Why did Mexico's president, Claudia Sheinbaum, use her daily news conference to tell citizens not to watch TV Azteca? Writer María Meléndez explains the backstory for what has become a hot button political issue.
Moody’s cuts Mexico’s credit rating to the lowest investment-grade level
Moody's joins Fitch and S&P in giving Mexico a barely investment-grade rating, and all three lay a share of the blame on Pemex's subsidies.
