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MND Tutor | Plan México
Learn about the Mexican government's multibillion dollar bet on domestic manufacturing and learn Spanish at the same time in this week's MND Tutor.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: March 14th
Screwworms, soccer and security: Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
San Pedro Cajonos: The silk sanctuary of Oaxaca
The Silk Sanctuary of San Pedro Cajonos in Oaxaca turns out some of the world's most beautiful silk, courtesy of Indigenous Zapotec artisans and of course native silkworms.
MND Tutor | Plan México
Learn about the Mexican government's multibillion dollar bet on domestic manufacturing and learn Spanish at the same time in this week's MND Tutor.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: March 14th
Screwworms, soccer and security: Have you been paying attention to the news this week?
San Pedro Cajonos: The silk sanctuary of Oaxaca
The Silk Sanctuary of San Pedro Cajonos in Oaxaca turns out some of the world's most beautiful silk, courtesy of Indigenous Zapotec artisans and of course native silkworms.
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.
Competing for favored foreigner status in Mexico
Fitting in in Mexico can be tricky. But it doesn't mean you can't still be friends with other foreigners, especially those from your own country.
Netflix will develop another Frida-Diego offering, this time as a streamed series
Frida has had her commercial Hollywood moment with Salma Hayek and her contemplative and challenging Mexican cinematic exploration with Ofelia Medina. Soon it will be TV streaming's turn.
Veracruz governor blames private vessel for 200-kilometer Gulf Coast oil spill
The spill, which has spread to over 200 kilometers of Mexico's Gulf Coast beaches, has been traced to a private oil tanker off the coast of Tabasco.
Michelin Guide adds Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán to its Mexico edition
Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán will join Mexico's Michelin Guide in 2026, adding to a list that launched just two years ago with six states.
Mexico extends tariffs on steel imports from Asian countries with no trade pact
The tariff extension goes hand in hand with a new government policy prioritizing Mexican content over overall cost when purchasing products or components from abroad.
Irapuato zoo welcomes a pair of rare African leopard cubs
The twin births are not only welcome for the vulnerable African leopard species, but also for animal lovers in Mexico who may otherwise never have a chance to observe the big cats.
Sheinbaum applauds US-Cuba talks: Friday’s mañanera recapped
The last mañanera of the week took place in Colima, where officials reported on security developments for the tiny, troubled Pacific state and Sheinbaum reasserted Mexico's support for Cuba.
El Jalapeño: Trump warns Shakira her crowds are fine but his crowds are much...
Those hips don't lie about their crowd sizes! Here's your latest dose of satire.
‘La Muerte Niña’: Why do Mexican families keep pictures of their deceased children?
La Muerte Niña, the Mexican funerary practice of preparing deceased children for photographs or paintings, dates back centuries — and there's a reason behind it.
What to cook this March
As spring arrives, so too do some of our favorite seasonal Mexican specialties. Bel Woodhouse shares her favorite recipes.
Sheinbaum celebrates 44% decline in homicides: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
On Tuesday, the government reported the latest homicide numbers, which are considered the most important indicator of the national security situation and a key barometer of the progress that has been made in addressing Mexico's serious crime problems.
Rancho La Puerta — From US $17.50 a day to one of the world’s greatest destination spas
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.
Competing for favored foreigner status in Mexico
Fitting in in Mexico can be tricky. But it doesn't mean you can't still be friends with other foreigners, especially those from your own country.
Netflix will develop another Frida-Diego offering, this time as a streamed series
Frida has had her commercial Hollywood moment with Salma Hayek and her contemplative and challenging Mexican cinematic exploration with Ofelia Medina. Soon it will be TV streaming's turn.
Veracruz governor blames private vessel for 200-kilometer Gulf Coast oil spill
The spill, which has spread to over 200 kilometers of Mexico's Gulf Coast beaches, has been traced to a private oil tanker off the coast of Tabasco.
Michelin Guide adds Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán to its Mexico edition
Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán will join Mexico's Michelin Guide in 2026, adding to a list that launched just two years ago with six states.
Mexico extends tariffs on steel imports from Asian countries with no trade pact
The tariff extension goes hand in hand with a new government policy prioritizing Mexican content over overall cost when purchasing products or components from abroad.
Mexico extends tariffs on steel imports from Asian countries with no...
The tariff extension goes hand in hand with a new government policy prioritizing Mexican content over overall cost when purchasing products or components from abroad.
Mexico after El Mencho: The ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast shares insider perspectives
Mexico News Daily's podcast takes a break from its season 2 programming to share two new episodes on the state of Mexico after El Mencho's fall — including firsthand accounts from Jalisco residents.
In the wake of another fallen cartel leader, 10 reasons why this time could...
After the fall of a major cartel leader, conventional wisdom predicts more violence. Mexico News Daily's CEO makes the case for why this time could genuinely be different.
An unprecedented 24-hour period for MND: A perspective from our CEO
It's not every Sunday that a country captures — and kills — its most-wanted criminal. Here's how it unfolded in our newsroom, and why our readers should care.
Lessons from 52 years of bilingual education in San Miguel: ‘Confidently Wrong’ talks to...
How can English-speaking children join a bilingual program? Graciela Salazar, principal of San Miguel's beloved bilingual school, has the answers to that and other questions on this week's episode of "Confidently Wrong."
Mexico extends tariffs on steel imports from Asian countries with no trade pact
The tariff extension goes hand in hand with a new government policy prioritizing Mexican content over overall cost when purchasing products or components from abroad.
Mexico announces kick-off of formal USMCA negotiations — without Canada
Holding bilateral sessions during the trilateral process is not unheard of in USMCA negotiations, and the Canadians are expected to join the early talks at an unspecified future date.
US Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs: What does it mean for Mexico?
The ruling frees Mexico from paying certain Trump tariffs, such as the "fentanyl tariff" and the "reciprocal tariffs," though other exporting nations will probably get more relief than Mexico.
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17.95
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13.00
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20.58
Mexico extends its gas price cap as the Iran war spikes oil prices
The federal government has renewed a voluntary gas price cap pact with 96% of the country's gas stations, aiming to keep regular gasoline below 24 pesos per liter amid surging global oil prices.
More Mexicans than ever made the 2026 Forbes Billionaires List
Twenty-four Mexicans made the 2026 Forbes Billionaires List, with a combined worth of $267.3 billion — up more than 60% over last year's total.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.95
CAD
13.00
EUR
20.58
Time for plan B: Sheinbaum’s electoral reform fails in the lower house
The president is preparing a scaled-back alternative to her electoral reform proposal after Mexico's lower house dealt her a rare defeat Wednesday, with key allies breaking ranks to vote down the bill.
Sheinbaum shares her next steps after electoral reform setback: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
The president also expressed support for protesting taxi drivers and promised an update on the whereabouts of El Mencho's lover at her Thursday morning press conference.
Sheinbaum applauds US-Cuba talks: Friday’s mañanera recapped
The last mañanera of the week took place in Colima, where officials reported on security developments for the tiny, troubled Pacific state and Sheinbaum reasserted Mexico's support for Cuba.
Lessons from 52 years of bilingual education in San Miguel: ‘Confidently Wrong’ talks to Escuela Vasconcelos
How can English-speaking children join a bilingual program? Graciela Salazar, principal of San Miguel's beloved bilingual school, has the answers to that and other questions on this week's episode of "Confidently Wrong."
What’s it really like to raise kids in Mexico? ‘Confidently Wrong’ interviews 3 couples on the front lines
How does raising children in Mexico compare to the U.S., the U.K. and Canada? Three couples share their experiences on this week's episode pf "Confidently Wrong."
Medical inflation and tax changes are increasing health insurance premiums by up to 40%
Mexico is projected to have the highest medical cost inflation globally in 2026, with an estimated average rate of 14.8%. According to industry experts, this could lead to three million Mexicans dropping their private health insurance this year.
Uber defies National Guard crackdown, citing court order to continue operating at Mexico City airport
National Guard troops are warning away app drivers at Mexico City International Airport as the legal battle pitting rideshare access against taxi drivers heats up.
MND Local: Los Cabos’ ever changing tourist economy
There are always trends in tourism, but the current ones are changing the face of tourism in Los Cabos, in a way that threatens many local businesses.
Taxi drivers announce blockade at Mexico City International Airport
Access roads to Terminal 1 and 2 of Mexico City International Airport (AICM) is set to be blocked Wednesday as taxi drivers protest the government’s ongoing support for ride-hailing apps operating at the capital’s airport.
What’s it really like to raise kids in Mexico? ‘Confidently Wrong’ interviews 3 couples...
How does raising children in Mexico compare to the U.S., the U.K. and Canada? Three couples share their experiences on this week's episode pf "Confidently Wrong."
Medical inflation and tax changes are increasing health insurance premiums by up to 40%
Mexico is projected to have the highest medical cost inflation globally in 2026, with an estimated average rate of 14.8%. According to industry experts, this could lead to three million Mexicans dropping their private health insurance this year.
In the wake of another fallen cartel leader, 10 reasons why this time could...
After the fall of a major cartel leader, conventional wisdom predicts more violence. Mexico News Daily's CEO makes the case for why this time could genuinely be different.
An unprecedented 24-hour period for MND: A perspective from our CEO
It's not every Sunday that a country captures — and kills — its most-wanted criminal. Here's how it unfolded in our newsroom, and why our readers should care.
Excellence Group announces new family-friendly Finest resort in Riviera Maya
The more than US $250 million project will be Excellence Group's sixth property in the state of Quintana Roo and third under the family-friendly Finest brand.
Is it cheaper to build or buy in Mexico? The answer may surprise you
Thinking of building rather than buying in Mexico? Real estate expert Glenn Rotton thinks you should read this first.
Netflix will develop another Frida-Diego offering, this time as a streamed series
Frida has had her commercial Hollywood moment with Salma Hayek and her contemplative and challenging Mexican cinematic exploration with Ofelia Medina. Soon it will be TV streaming's turn.
How Mexico reshaped Hollywood — and then outgrew it
Mexican directors like Guillermo del Toro, Alfonso Cuarón and Alejandro González Iñárritu were lauded with Oscars, but a new generation of Mexican fillmmakers may have a greater impact.
Beyond drugs: How cartel economics are killing the monarch migration
When monarch butterflies and cartels both zero in on the same territory, one group will lose. In Mexico, increasingly, it's the butterflies.
Upstart Italy knocks Mexico out of World Baseball Classic . . . and the...
The day started out with Mexico savoring a chance to advance to the knockout round while knocking the U.S. out of the tournament. Instead, it was the Tri that got eliminated.
MND Local: Los Cabos’ ever changing tourist economy
There are always trends in tourism, but the current ones are changing the face of tourism in Los Cabos, in a way that threatens many local businesses.
Taxi drivers announce blockade at Mexico City International Airport
Access roads to Terminal 1 and 2 of Mexico City International Airport (AICM) is set to be blocked Wednesday as taxi drivers protest the government’s ongoing support for ride-hailing apps operating at the capital’s airport.
What to cook this March
As spring arrives, so too do some of our favorite seasonal Mexican specialties. Bel Woodhouse shares her favorite recipes.
Michelin-starred Masala y Maíz celebrates International Women’s Month with series of one-night-only dinners
Something special is happening at Masala y Maíz in March. In honor of International Women's Month, the acclaimed Mexico City restaurant is welcoming in guest female chefs from around the globe.
Battle over Chapala aqueduct tests Mexico’s transparency laws
Jalisco's government has refused to release the blueprints for a new aqueduct in Lake Chapala, leading to controversy over the project.
Heat, drought and division: Climate change in the borderlands
Climate change in the borderlands between the U.S. and Mexico, in an area already beset by extreme heat and drought, is creating numerous challenges for both governments.
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.
San Pedro Cajonos: The silk sanctuary of Oaxaca
The Silk Sanctuary of San Pedro Cajonos in Oaxaca turns out some of the world's most beautiful silk, courtesy of Indigenous Zapotec artisans and of course native silkworms.
Netflix will develop another Frida-Diego offering, this time as a streamed series
Frida has had her commercial Hollywood moment with Salma Hayek and her contemplative and challenging Mexican cinematic exploration with Ofelia Medina. Soon it will be TV streaming's turn.
How Mexico reshaped Hollywood — and then outgrew it
Mexican directors like Guillermo del Toro, Alfonso Cuarón and Alejandro González Iñárritu were lauded with Oscars, but a new generation of Mexican fillmmakers may have a greater impact.
Competing for favored foreigner status in Mexico
Fitting in in Mexico can be tricky. But it doesn't mean you can't still be friends with other foreigners, especially those from your own country.
Beyond drugs: How cartel economics are killing the monarch migration
When monarch butterflies and cartels both zero in on the same territory, one group will lose. In Mexico, increasingly, it's the butterflies.
Upstart Italy knocks Mexico out of World Baseball Classic . . . and the Olympics
The day started out with Mexico savoring a chance to advance to the knockout round while knocking the U.S. out of the tournament. Instead, it was the Tri that got eliminated.
Veracruz governor blames private vessel for 200-kilometer Gulf Coast oil spill
The spill, which has spread to over 200 kilometers of Mexico's Gulf Coast beaches, has been traced to a private oil tanker off the coast of Tabasco.
Irapuato zoo welcomes a pair of rare African leopard cubs
The twin births are not only welcome for the vulnerable African leopard species, but also for animal lovers in Mexico who may otherwise never have a chance to observe the big cats.
Anonymous call leads to 5 clandestine graves in Baja California Sur
The citizen search group thanked the person who gave the tip, and reminded the public that any such help is guaranteed to be anonymous: “Our only desire is to find our missing relatives.”
Banking giants BBVA and Barclay’s sweeten their forecasts for Mexico’s 2026 economic growth
The two Euorpean banks joined the OECD and Banco de México in raising Mexico's economic oulook for 2026, as President Sheinbaum's public-private approach to investment appears to be paying off.
Stranded assets in Huatulco: How 2 major tourism projects became frozen in legal and...
A golf course and a convention center, two key projects for tourism in Huatulco, are now closed and in legal limbo. The question is: Why?
Excellence Group announces new family-friendly Finest resort in Riviera Maya
The more than US $250 million project will be Excellence Group's sixth property in the state of Quintana Roo and third under the family-friendly Finest brand.
Is it cheaper to build or buy in Mexico? The answer may surprise you
Thinking of building rather than buying in Mexico? Real estate expert Glenn Rotton thinks you should read this first.
Opinion: From rising seas to rising risks
From Chihuahua to Chiapas, climate change threatens much of Mexico. A former U.S. climate security expert offers insight into how our changing world brings new challenges.
Battle over Chapala aqueduct tests Mexico’s transparency laws
Jalisco's government has refused to release the blueprints for a new aqueduct in Lake Chapala, leading to controversy over the project.
Heat, drought and division: Climate change in the borderlands
Climate change in the borderlands between the U.S. and Mexico, in an area already beset by extreme heat and drought, is creating numerous challenges for both governments.
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 extends tariffs on steel imports from Asian countries with no trade pact
The tariff extension goes hand in hand with a new government policy prioritizing Mexican content over overall cost when purchasing products or components from abroad.
Mexico announces kick-off of formal USMCA negotiations — without Canada
Holding bilateral sessions during the trilateral process is not unheard of in USMCA negotiations, and the Canadians are expected to join the early talks at an unspecified future date.
US Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs: What does it mean for Mexico?
The ruling frees Mexico from paying certain Trump tariffs, such as the "fentanyl tariff" and the "reciprocal tariffs," though other exporting nations will probably get more relief than Mexico.
‘La Muerte Niña’: Why do Mexican families keep pictures of their deceased children?
La Muerte Niña, the Mexican funerary practice of preparing deceased children for photographs or paintings, dates back centuries — and there's a reason behind it.
What to cook this March
As spring arrives, so too do some of our favorite seasonal Mexican specialties. Bel Woodhouse shares her favorite recipes.
Sheinbaum celebrates 44% decline in homicides: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
On Tuesday, the government reported the latest homicide numbers, which are considered the most important indicator of the national security situation and a key barometer of the progress that has been made in addressing Mexico's serious crime problems.
Security cabinet meets with FIFA to coordinate World Cup safety plans
Mexican officials met with FIFA in Mexico City this week on President Sheinbaum's orders, as Mexico looks to reassure visitors ahead of the June competition.
Michelin Guide adds Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán to its Mexico edition
Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán will join Mexico's Michelin Guide in 2026, adding to a list that launched just two years ago with six states.
What to cook this March
As spring arrives, so too do some of our favorite seasonal Mexican specialties. Bel Woodhouse shares her favorite recipes.
Michelin-starred Masala y Maíz celebrates International Women’s Month with series of one-night-only dinners
Something special is happening at Masala y Maíz in March. In honor of International Women's Month, the acclaimed Mexico City restaurant is welcoming in guest female chefs from around the globe.
These 3 Mexican coffee shops rank among the best in the world
From Chiapas to Guadalajara to Mexico City, these three Mexican coffee shops showcase Mexico's coffee heritage while serving up world-class brews.
