Thursday, October 30, 2025

The MND News Quiz of the Week: August 23rd

What's been going on in the news this week? Our weekly quiz is here to keep you on top of what’s happening in Mexico.

Get informed, stay smart.

Are you ready?  Let’s see where you rank vs. our expert community!

Fintech firm Nu México has grown 52% this year. How many Mexicans now bank with them?

What have microbiologists discovered in a small Coahuila cave?

Mexico has joined two Central American nations in creating a "trinational culture corridor." Which two nations are they?

Beatriz Gutiérrez Müller, the wife of former president Andrés Manuel López Obrador, has threatened to sue a Spanish newspaper over reports she was due to leave Mexico. Where is she rumoured to be moving to?

Mexico's women are world champions once again, winning Gold at the World Games! In what sport did they triumph?

Beloved pharmacy mascot Dr. Simi has launched another new venture. What is he trying this week?

The U.S. government has announced what new measure to try to curb illegal immigration?

Viva Aerobus will launch new flights to the U.S. from Mexico Cirty, as part of preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Which cities will see new connections added?

Which former Mexican boxing champion was jailed this week?

Which global beauty brand has announced an addition US $80 million investment in Mexico?

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Cartel drone attacks force residents to flee El Chapo’s hometown in Sinaloa

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Some of the attacks reportedly targeted a property in the village of La Tuna where convicted drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán's deceased mother formerly lived.
Marine scientist surveying vaquitas

Gulf of California’s vaquita population inches higher, giving some hope for recovery

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Between seven and 10 vaquitas — the world’s most endangered marine mammal — have been confirmed alive in Mexico’s Upper Gulf of California, an improvement over last year's census.
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Unemployment rate reaches 3%, continuing 6-month climb

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The unemployment rate last month was 0.8 percentage points higher than the all-time low of 2.2%, recorded in March 2025. The 3% rate was the highest since August 2024.
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