3 foreign teenagers reflect on growing up in Mexico

The available resources for the expat-curious often focus on what it's like to move to SMA, retire there or build a life in Mexico as an adult. But what is the experience of children in those families? MND intern Zella Golden shares three perspectives.
Hugo Aguilar leads a Supreme Court (SJCN) session on August 24, 2026

Supreme Court ruling lets Indigenous communities speak in constitutional trials for the first time

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Mexico's Supreme Court has ruled Indigenous and Afro-Mexican communities can join constitutional trials as interested third parties, a first in the court's history.
solar panels in a field

A Danish firm’s US $510 million renewables project will boost Campeche’s clean energy supply

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The Mexican government helped enable the solar energy-producing, -storing and -distributing project via investment through the public pension fund Profuturo and by guaranteeing customers through the CFE's marketing arm CFE Calificados.
Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco shakes hands with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio

US pressures Mexico to stop its own citizens from crossing the border, sources say

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At their first face-to-face meeting, Rubio pressed Velasco on migration, fentanyl and cartels — but Bloomberg sources say the real demand was tougher than either official let on.
Hugo Aguilar leads a Supreme Court (SJCN) session on August 24, 2026

Supreme Court ruling lets Indigenous communities speak in constitutional trials for the first time

1
Mexico's Supreme Court has ruled Indigenous and Afro-Mexican communities can join constitutional trials as interested third parties, a first in the court's history.
solar panels in a field

A Danish firm’s US $510 million renewables project will boost Campeche’s clean energy supply

1
The Mexican government helped enable the solar energy-producing, -storing and -distributing project via investment through the public pension fund Profuturo and by guaranteeing customers through the CFE's marketing arm CFE Calificados.
Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco shakes hands with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio

US pressures Mexico to stop its own citizens from crossing the border, sources say

2
At their first face-to-face meeting, Rubio pressed Velasco on migration, fentanyl and cartels — but Bloomberg sources say the real demand was tougher than either official let on.
Diagram shows the progression of the August 27 lunar eclipse in Mexico

Thursday night’s ‘blood moon’ eclipse over Mexico: How and when to watch it

0
'Blood moon' is a popular and not entiely accurate way of referring to Thursday's lunar event, since the term describes the reddish hue of a fully eclipsed moon and the current eclipse is not quite total.
tiger

Tamaulipas fuel-theft bust uncovers ranch hiding 135 exotic animals, from tigers to spider monkeys

0
Besides the illegally captured animals, the huge haul of the bust — including tanks, vehicles, tools, weapons and storage facilities — speaks to the size and complexity of Mexico's fuel-smuggling operations.
Closeup of building facades on a tree-lined street in Mexico City.

Mexico in Numbers: Mexico City rental prices

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Rents in CDMX have risen nearly 10% in a year — but the gap between boroughs is huge. Here's what a two-bedroom actually costs, neighborhood by neighborhood.
Aerial view of Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe in Puerto Vallarta at night.

MND Local: Discover a different side of September in Puerto Vallarta

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From El Grito and traditional music to seasonal dishes and artisan markets, discover a different side of Puerto Vallarta this September.
President Sheinbaum at the podium of her August 13 mañanera press conference

Sheinbaum bill would ban dual nationals from top political offices: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

1
President Sheinbaum proposed barring dual nationals from the presidency and governorships on Thursday, weighed in on Sinaloan politics and addressed the fuel smuggling case against a former Navy official.
Pesos in a basket left as a tip

Mexico and My Money: The tricky business of tipping in Mexico

3
In the latest from our "Mexico and My Money" series, writer Dawn Stoner explores tipping in Mexico, including what's appropriate and how expectations may vary according to what part of the country you're in.

Foreign Minister Velasco boosts culture, trade and education during busy 2-day visit to South...

1
The SRE head's broad-ranging and productive visit to Mexico's fifth-largest trading partner will be capped by the upcoming visit to Mexico of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung to sign the Mexico-Korea Action Plan.
highway construction

Overcoming a disappointing first quarter, Mexico is now one of the OECD’s top-growing economies

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While many of the world's strongest economies — including the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan and Germany — slowed down in the second quarter, Mexico's economy grew 1.4% from April to June.
Chuburná

Construction on 14-tower tourist project on Yucatán’s coast halted on environmental grounds

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The work halt at the development site on duneland near Chuburná Puerto, 15 kilometers from the beach town of Progreso, is temporary at this point, as more legal proceedings are to follow.

The lessons on living a good life you learn in Mexico

9
After six years of living in Mexico, Charlotte Smith reflects on the lessons she has learned as a result of the move, and how they have led to a better life.

Guadalajara residents turn to citizen science as water crisis deepens

4
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.
phone registration

Missed the deadline? Here’s how to get your cell phone service back

8
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 Temple of San Francisco in San Miguel de Allende.

What I learned from a summer in San Miguel de Allende: 10 reflections from...

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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.
María Félix portrait by Diego Rivera

María Félix hated this portrait by Diego Rivera. Then it vanished

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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.
Diagram shows the progression of the August 27 lunar eclipse in Mexico

Thursday night’s ‘blood moon’ eclipse over Mexico: How and when to watch it

0
'Blood moon' is a popular and not entiely accurate way of referring to Thursday's lunar event, since the term describes the reddish hue of a fully eclipsed moon and the current eclipse is not quite total.
tiger

Tamaulipas fuel-theft bust uncovers ranch hiding 135 exotic animals, from tigers to spider monkeys

0
Besides the illegally captured animals, the huge haul of the bust — including tanks, vehicles, tools, weapons and storage facilities — speaks to the size and complexity of Mexico's fuel-smuggling operations.
Closeup of building facades on a tree-lined street in Mexico City.

Mexico in Numbers: Mexico City rental prices

0
Rents in CDMX have risen nearly 10% in a year — but the gap between boroughs is huge. Here's what a two-bedroom actually costs, neighborhood by neighborhood.
Aerial view of Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe in Puerto Vallarta at night.

MND Local: Discover a different side of September in Puerto Vallarta

0
From El Grito and traditional music to seasonal dishes and artisan markets, discover a different side of Puerto Vallarta this September.
President Sheinbaum at the podium of her August 13 mañanera press conference

Sheinbaum bill would ban dual nationals from top political offices: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

1
President Sheinbaum proposed barring dual nationals from the presidency and governorships on Thursday, weighed in on Sinaloan politics and addressed the fuel smuggling case against a former Navy official.
Pesos in a basket left as a tip

Mexico and My Money: The tricky business of tipping in Mexico

3
In the latest from our "Mexico and My Money" series, writer Dawn Stoner explores tipping in Mexico, including what's appropriate and how expectations may vary according to what part of the country you're in.
solar panels in a field

A Danish firm’s US $510 million renewables project will boost Campeche’s...

1
The Mexican government helped enable the solar energy-producing, -storing and -distributing project via investment through the public pension fund Profuturo and by guaranteeing customers through the CFE's marketing arm CFE Calificados.
Rows of servers inside an AI data center

The hottest product on the planet is increasingly made in Mexico: A perspective from...

9
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.
Harry Styles in concert

Thank you, Harry Styles: A perspective from our CEO

13
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.
mexican pesos with a calculator and a pair of glasses on a table

Mexico and My Money: MND launches new series on personal finance

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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.
Elon Musk

When legacy media’s hypocrisy gets called out: A perspective from our CEO

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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

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Chipotle's Mexico debut sparks debate — competition and choice, or cultural imposition? George and Travis weigh in on the newest episode of "Confidently Wrong."
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
16.97
CAD
12.25
EUR
19.77
A fishmonger hawks his product in Mexico City

Mexico posts best jobs growth of 2026, but informal sector drives the gain

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July saw Mexico's best job growth of 2026, but the gains came almost entirely from informal employment, as the formal sector lost over 400,000 positions.

Foreign Minister Velasco boosts culture, trade and education during busy 2-day visit to South...

1
The SRE head's broad-ranging and productive visit to Mexico's fifth-largest trading partner will be capped by the upcoming visit to Mexico of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung to sign the Mexico-Korea Action Plan.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
16.97
CAD
12.25
EUR
19.77
Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco shakes hands with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio

US pressures Mexico to stop its own citizens from crossing the border, sources say

2
At their first face-to-face meeting, Rubio pressed Velasco on migration, fentanyl and cartels — but Bloomberg sources say the real demand was tougher than either official let on.
President Sheinbaum at the podium of her August 13 mañanera press conference

Sheinbaum bill would ban dual nationals from top political offices: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

1
President Sheinbaum proposed barring dual nationals from the presidency and governorships on Thursday, weighed in on Sinaloan politics and addressed the fuel smuggling case against a former Navy official.
Expat family in Mexico with kids

3 foreign teenagers reflect on growing up in Mexico

4
The available resources for the expat-curious often focus on what it's like to move to SMA, retire there or build a life in Mexico as an adult. But what is the experience of children in those families? MND intern Zella Golden shares three perspectives.

The lessons on living a good life you learn in Mexico

9
After six years of living in Mexico, Charlotte Smith reflects on the lessons she has learned as a result of the move, and how they have led to a better life.
A man whistling

From the archive: How to whistle like a true Mexican

3
Whistling is an integral part of Mexican identify and everyday life, and there's a whistle for every occasion, writes Sarah DeVries.
Catamaran sailing at Land's End in Cabo San Lucas

MND Local: Is the tourism outlook in Los Cabos improving?

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International travelers from the U.S. have declined to Los Cabos in 2026, but there are positive signs for the destination's tourism economy, writes Chris Sands.
Mexican family walk in the US

When frequent family visits start to look like US residency: A legal primer

0
A U.S. immigration attorney shares insights for Mexicans making frequent family visits to the U.S., with tips on how to avoid the appearance of attempting to establish residency.
The Temple of San Francisco in San Miguel de Allende.

What I learned from a summer in San Miguel de Allende: 10 reflections from an MND intern

11
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.

The lessons on living a good life you learn in Mexico

9
After six years of living in Mexico, Charlotte Smith reflects on the lessons she has learned as a result of the move, and how they have led to a better life.

Guadalajara residents turn to citizen science as water crisis deepens

4
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.
phone registration

Missed the deadline? Here’s how to get your cell phone service back

8
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 Temple of San Francisco in San Miguel de Allende.

What I learned from a summer in San Miguel de Allende: 10 reflections from...

11
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.
Expat family in Mexico with kids

3 foreign teenagers reflect on growing up in Mexico

4
The available resources for the expat-curious often focus on what it's like to move to SMA, retire there or build a life in Mexico as an adult. But what is the experience of children in those families? MND intern Zella Golden shares three perspectives.
Rows of servers inside an AI data center

The hottest product on the planet is increasingly made in Mexico: A perspective from...

9
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.

MND Tutor | Gelman Collection

0
Art historian María Meléndez challenges the notion that President Claudia Sheinbaum should nationalize the Gelman Collection.
News quiz

The MND News Quiz of the Week: August 22nd

1
Direct flights, desalination plants and anti-dumping duties. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?

The lessons on living a good life you learn in Mexico

9
After six years of living in Mexico, Charlotte Smith reflects on the lessons she has learned as a result of the move, and how they have led to a better life.
A man whistling

From the archive: How to whistle like a true Mexican

3
Whistling is an integral part of Mexican identify and everyday life, and there's a whistle for every occasion, writes Sarah DeVries.
Harry Styles in concert

Thank you, Harry Styles: A perspective from our CEO

13
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.
mexican pesos with a calculator and a pair of glasses on a table

Mexico and My Money: MND launches new series on personal finance

8
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.
Mexican family walk in the US

When frequent family visits start to look like US residency: A legal primer

0
A U.S. immigration attorney shares insights for Mexicans making frequent family visits to the U.S., with tips on how to avoid the appearance of attempting to establish residency.
The Temple of San Francisco in San Miguel de Allende.

What I learned from a summer in San Miguel de Allende: 10 reflections from...

11
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.
aura farming performance

Aura farming battles make their debut in Mexico

0
Aura farming, a viral internet slang trend that describes doing intentional, effortless things to look confident or charismatic, has evolved into physical “battles” in parks and streets across Latin America. This past week, battles took place in CDMX, Xalapa and Torreón.
Exterior of Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán in Oaxaca.

How the Middle East has shaped Mexico for almost 2,000 years

3
From courtyards and architecture to pottery and textiles, Mexico bears the lasting influence of Moorish and Middle Eastern traditions.
Pesos in a basket left as a tip

Mexico and My Money: The tricky business of tipping in Mexico

3
In the latest from our "Mexico and My Money" series, writer Dawn Stoner explores tipping in Mexico, including what's appropriate and how expectations may vary according to what part of the country you're in.
Cabrito being cooked in Nuevo León

The Jewish-Mexican food traditions hiding in plain sight

9
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.

El Jalapeño: Puerto Vallarta crocodiles request civil restraint, propose designated zones for humans

0
After an uptick in attacks by and towards crocodiles in Puerto Vallarta, local crocodiles have sought to de-escalate tensions.

El Jalapeño: Mexico City officials petition Nobel Peace Prize committee on behalf of conchas

0
Fresh off having pan dulce declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage, Mexico City officials have set their sights on a bigger prize.

Guadalajara residents turn to citizen science as water crisis deepens

4
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.
Indigenous Wixárika people and the water crisis as it applies to local communities in San Luis Potosí

Wirikuta water festival spotlights a groundwater crisis felt across Mexico

4
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.
Yoga practitioners on mats

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

0
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.

México Canta and Spotify partner up to amplify young talent across Mexico-US border

0
Spotify's participation guarantees an expanded audience for the already hugely popular government-initiated singing contest open to young (18-29) Mexican artists and American artists of Mexican descent.
aura farming performance

Aura farming battles make their debut in Mexico

0
Aura farming, a viral internet slang trend that describes doing intentional, effortless things to look confident or charismatic, has evolved into physical “battles” in parks and streets across Latin America. This past week, battles took place in CDMX, Xalapa and Torreón.
Exterior of Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán in Oaxaca.

How the Middle East has shaped Mexico for almost 2,000 years

3
From courtyards and architecture to pottery and textiles, Mexico bears the lasting influence of Moorish and Middle Eastern traditions.
Diagram shows the progression of the August 27 lunar eclipse in Mexico

Thursday night’s ‘blood moon’ eclipse over Mexico: How and when to watch it

0
'Blood moon' is a popular and not entiely accurate way of referring to Thursday's lunar event, since the term describes the reddish hue of a fully eclipsed moon and the current eclipse is not quite total.
Pesos in a basket left as a tip

Mexico and My Money: The tricky business of tipping in Mexico

3
In the latest from our "Mexico and My Money" series, writer Dawn Stoner explores tipping in Mexico, including what's appropriate and how expectations may vary according to what part of the country you're in.
Cabrito being cooked in Nuevo León

The Jewish-Mexican food traditions hiding in plain sight

9
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.

El Jalapeño: New Olinia Carga EV will excel at moving tiny cargo miniscule distances,...

0
Mexico's new electric cargo vehicle goes on sale next year and promises an enhanced ability to move almost nothing virtually nowhere.

El Jalapeño: Puerto Vallarta crocodiles request civil restraint, propose designated zones for humans

0
After an uptick in attacks by and towards crocodiles in Puerto Vallarta, local crocodiles have sought to de-escalate tensions.

El Jalapeño: Mexico City officials petition Nobel Peace Prize committee on behalf of conchas

0
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

3
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...

2
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.
MND Economy Index™ June 2026

The MND Economy Index™ for June 2026

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The latest MND Economy Index™ score — based mainly on data for June 2026 — was 66.9, around two points lower than the previous month. Find out where Mexico's economy is slipping.

MND Tutor | Gelman Collection

0
Art historian María Meléndez challenges the notion that President Claudia Sheinbaum should nationalize the Gelman Collection.
News quiz

The MND News Quiz of the Week: August 22nd

1
Direct flights, desalination plants and anti-dumping duties. Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
President Sheinbaum smiles in front of a pile of confiscated firearms

Mexico in Numbers: A 2025 security snapshot

4
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.
According to our recent survey, 7 in 10 respondents think their money is safe or very safe in banks in Mexico and the majority have not been victims of a financial crime.

Mexico and My Money: What you told us about your personal finance habits and...

7
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.
A visual reimagining of the ancient city with mountains in the background

Inside the amphibious history and identity of Tenochtitlán-Mexico City

1
Over the course of more than five centuries, Tenochtitlán transformed from an aquatic land to the amphibious identity of modern Mexico City.

Guadalajara residents turn to citizen science as water crisis deepens

4
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.
Indigenous Wixárika people and the water crisis as it applies to local communities in San Luis Potosí

Wirikuta water festival spotlights a groundwater crisis felt across Mexico

4
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.
Chihuahua march

Why is Chihuahua working on water projects with Israel?

3
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.
Sheinbaum reviewing a waterworks map

In canceling La Parota dam, Sheinbaum details a different water plan for rural Acapulco

0
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.

Here’s how to beat the hyperinflation gripping Mexico’s private health insurance market

13
Mexico's healthcare costs are spiralling. How can you keep spending down while still getting high quality care?
Yoga practitioners on mats

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

0
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.