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Elton John returning to Mexico for two farewell dates in October at Estadio Azteca
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.
Data center firm Vertiv will expand its Reynosa plant, investing US $150M
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.
Sunday’s Mexico-England showdown was the most-watched soccer match of the century in Mexico
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 returning to Mexico for two farewell dates in October at Estadio Azteca
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.
Data center firm Vertiv will expand its Reynosa plant, investing US $150M
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.
Sunday’s Mexico-England showdown was the most-watched soccer match of the century in Mexico
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.
MND Local: 4 stories that reveal a changing Puerto Vallarta
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.
May exports to US break record even as USMCA renewal stalls
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.
MND Local: Ecological and tourism challenges for Baja California Sur’s 3 oldest protected areas
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
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.
Is the peso trading at its true rate? The results of our latest MND...
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%.
Ex-Pemex CEO arrested on domestic violence charges
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 set to move production out of Tijuana and into Texas
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 — the company behind Nu banking services — will invest US $4.2B in...
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.
Twin clashes near Mazatlán leave 1 marine and 10 criminals dead
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.
Fancy embroidered World Cup Mexico jerseys and workers’ rights? It’s a complicated issue
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.
A history of Mexico vs. England matchups as the two teams prepare to meet...
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.
Mexico in Numbers: Tracking Mexico City’s surging World Cup fan crowds
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.
‘Could we live here?’ Pondering a move to Manzanillo, and what matters in a...
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.
Wearing pride: Mexico’s counterfeit jersey economy, explained
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.
MND Local: 4 stories that reveal a changing Puerto Vallarta
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.
May exports to US break record even as USMCA renewal stalls
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.
MND Local: Ecological and tourism challenges for Baja California Sur’s 3 oldest protected areas
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
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.
Is the peso trading at its true rate? The results of our latest MND Peso Index™
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%.
Ex-Pemex CEO arrested on domestic violence charges
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.
Data center firm Vertiv will expand its Reynosa plant, investing US...
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.
Are we seeing light at the end of the tunnel for Mexico’s economy? A...
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.
‘Confidently Wrong about Healthcare in Mexico’: A new podcast episode by Mexico News Daily
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.
MND’s ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast kicks off season 3 with a look at fracking in...
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.
Get ‘more smarter’ with MND Intelligence: A perspective from our CEO
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.
Leading media outlets should be ashamed at their World Cup coverage of Mexico: A...
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.
Sunday’s Mexico-England showdown was the most-watched soccer match of the century in Mexico
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.
Opinion: A World Cup loss can’t sap the country’s incurable optimism
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
El Tri rallied the nation and provided hope for fans, but ultimately fell short in historic fashion.
Sheinbaum celebrates Mexico’s ‘best performance in any World Cup’ and the joy it brought:...
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 set to move production out of Tijuana and into Texas
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 — the company behind Nu banking services — will invest US $4.2B in...
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
‘Who lied?’ about the United States’ role in the capture of cartel boss ‘El...
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 celebrates Mexico’s ‘best performance in any World Cup’ and the joy it brought:...
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.
Mexico ranked No. 10 for FDI in 2025: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
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
El Tri rallied the nation and provided hope for fans, but ultimately fell short in historic fashion.
How moving to Mexico inspired me to become a painter
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.
‘Could we live here?’ Pondering a move to Manzanillo, and what matters in a new home
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.
3 Mexican cities are among Travel + Leisure’s top 10 in the world
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
You might never have heard of it, but La Unión is secretly Mexico's best slice of oceanside life.
Sheinbaum defends Mexico’s safety record after UK issues World Cup travel warning
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.
How moving to Mexico inspired me to become a painter
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.
‘Could we live here?’ Pondering a move to Manzanillo, and what matters in a...
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.
‘Confidently Wrong about Healthcare in Mexico’: A new podcast episode by Mexico News Daily
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.
MND’s ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast kicks off season 3 with a look at fracking in...
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.
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.
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.
MND Local: Community gatherings in San Miguel de Allende
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.
This month’s Guanajuato International Film Festival will highlight women in Mexican cinema
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.
Rancho Tehuan: How one man rewilded a ruined ranch into Mexico’s most unlikely culinary...
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
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
You might never have heard of it, but La Unión is secretly Mexico's best slice of oceanside life.
Sheinbaum defends Mexico’s safety record after UK issues World Cup travel warning
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.
Where can you find a taste of Colombia in Mexico City?
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.
Why is Mexican candy both sweet and spicy? The answer might surprise you
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.
Mexico City unveils US $127M in drainage system upgrades to tame flooding
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.
Mexico has almost totally recovered from several years of drought
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 — 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.
Elton John returning to Mexico for two farewell dates in October at Estadio Azteca
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.
MND Local: Community gatherings in San Miguel de Allende
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.
This month’s Guanajuato International Film Festival will highlight women in Mexican cinema
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.
It really is different here. A World Cup dispatch from MND’s summer intern
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.
Rancho Tehuan: How one man rewilded a ruined ranch into Mexico’s most unlikely culinary destination
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
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’
Can pilgrimages to the shrine of Soccer Baby Jesus help Mexico win the World Cup? It can't hurt, the Vatican says.
El Jalapeño: Mexico proposes Trump-faced avocados to save the USMCA
With negotiations ongoing to renew the USMCA trade agreement, Mexico has a bold new proposal.
El Jalapeño: Duck gets legal approval faster than most Mexican infrastructure projects
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
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
La Presidenta is likely to remain awake throughout the proceedings, however.
Is the peso trading at its true rate? The results of our latest MND...
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%.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: July 4th
World Cup, World Cup and World Cup: Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
MND Tutor | Celebración del Mundial
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.
Mexico in Numbers: Tracking Mexico City’s surging World Cup fan crowds
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 MND Sheinbaum Index™ for May 2026
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.
United States’ EPA highlights bilateral progress on Tijuana River sewage crisis
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.
Mexico City unveils US $127M in drainage system upgrades to tame flooding
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.
Mexico has almost totally recovered from several years of drought
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%.
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.
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.
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.
Toyota set to move production out of Tijuana and into Texas
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.
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.
Fancy embroidered World Cup Mexico jerseys and workers’ rights? It’s a complicated issue
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.
A history of Mexico vs. England matchups as the two teams prepare to meet...
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.
Mexico in Numbers: Tracking Mexico City’s surging World Cup fan crowds
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.
‘Could we live here?’ Pondering a move to Manzanillo, and what matters in a...
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.
