Tuesday, April 29, 2025

⁠Why do Mexicans say ‘sorry’ all the time?

It's not as bad as in Canada, but what's behind the epidemic of apologetic Mexicans?
President Sheinbaum stands at a podium during her morning press conference

Sheinbaum condemns criminalization of migrants: Monday’s mañanera recapped

4
President Sheinbaum discussed sanctuary cities, U.S. border history and the pope's funeral at her Monday press conference.
tourist couple on the beach in Mexico

Mexican tourism to US hits 4-year low. Is the ‘Trump Effect’ to blame?

1
The number of Mexican tourists arriving in the United States is down significantly compared to last year, with Canada and much of Europe following suit.
Cattle walk down a rural road in Chiapas

US ag secretary threatens to restrict Mexican cattle imports over screwworm outbreak

0
The U.S. agriculture secretary gave Mexico four days to meet conditions that Sheinbaum called inappropriate and excessive.
President Sheinbaum stands at a podium during her morning press conference

Sheinbaum condemns criminalization of migrants: Monday’s mañanera recapped

4
President Sheinbaum discussed sanctuary cities, U.S. border history and the pope's funeral at her Monday press conference.
tourist couple on the beach in Mexico

Mexican tourism to US hits 4-year low. Is the ‘Trump Effect’ to blame?

1
The number of Mexican tourists arriving in the United States is down significantly compared to last year, with Canada and much of Europe following suit.
Cattle walk down a rural road in Chiapas

US ag secretary threatens to restrict Mexican cattle imports over screwworm outbreak

0
The U.S. agriculture secretary gave Mexico four days to meet conditions that Sheinbaum called inappropriate and excessive.
Travelers to Baja California Sur are advised to exercise increased caution, avoid crowds, monitor local media for official updates and follow instructions from local authorities.

US, Canada issue security alert for Los Cabos and La Paz, BCS

2
The alert comes after multiple shootings and clashes between civilians and police were reported in the area surrounding Los Cabos last week.
día del niño, Children's Day

Opinion: Mexico’s Día del Niño is also Día del Libro (books!)

0
This April 30, let’s recognize the significance of children in society, make a fuss over the kids and give them the best adventure of all: the experience of reading.
Lady Gaga speaks to a concert audience from a balcony draped with a Mexican flag

Lady Gaga enchants Mexican audience with special message in Spanish

0
Over 100,000 fans flocked to Mexico City's Estadio GNP Seguros as the pop superstar kicked off her “¡Viva La Mayhem!” tour this weekend.
Earthquake alert drill in Mexico

How to prepare for Tuesday’s earthquake alert drill 

2
The earthquake drill, set for 11:30 a.m. tomorrow, will test Mexico's alert system and give residents an opportunity to practice potentially life-saving actions in the event of a disaster.
A team of engineers stands arms crossed in front of a small airplane

Oaxaca Aerospace unveils first 100% Mexican-made aircraft

1
After 14 years of research, the protoype of the Pegasus PE-210A is flying. The next step is commercial manufacturing.
President Sheinbaum raises a fist while standing next to a military engineer

Sheinbaum inaugurates work on CDMX-Querétaro train

3
Though estimated costs have ballooned, the president promised the new rail line would be complete by the end of 2027.
Joaquín Nieman celebrating his LIV tournament win with a taco on Sunday evening.

Niemann claims victory — and tacos — at LIV Golf Mexico City tournament

0
Chile's "Joaco" Niemann, 26, won his third LIV Golf title of the season in Mexico City on Sunday, securing his spot in the 2025 U.S. Open.
Bicycle riders biking at night in Mexico City wearing inflatable rainbow-colored angel wings

What’s on in Mexico City in May?

0
CDMX never disappoints when you're wondering what to do, but next month's offerings will be exceptionally diverse. Check out our guide to fun, fascinating and family-friendly things to do in Mexico City in May.
The muticolored Tijuana sign in the city center

What’s news in Baja California?

0
A major international tourism conference, a new freeway and the arrival of solar panels are just some of the stories you might have missed from the peninsula.
Huevos Rancheros, mexican eggs

Taste of Mexico: Huevitos para el desayuno

5
Fried, scrambled, divorced or cowboy, Mexico has an egg-based fast breaker for you.
Two surgeons in scrubs and masks performing surgery in a dimly lit hospital operating room

Why I don’t hesitate to use Mexican hospitals

12
Clean, modern and relatively cheap, Mexico's hospitals have all the technology and advanced services you'd expect back home, and English-speaking staff.
Mazatlán locals protest outside the home of a supposed gringo

Protests and confusion in Mazatlán after ‘gringo’ supposedly harasses construction worker

8
A dispute over a blocked entrance provided a lesson on how fast misinformation and xenophobia can spiral out of control.
Travelers to Baja California Sur are advised to exercise increased caution, avoid crowds, monitor local media for official updates and follow instructions from local authorities.

US, Canada issue security alert for Los Cabos and La Paz, BCS

2
The alert comes after multiple shootings and clashes between civilians and police were reported in the area surrounding Los Cabos last week.
día del niño, Children's Day

Opinion: Mexico’s Día del Niño is also Día del Libro (books!)

0
This April 30, let’s recognize the significance of children in society, make a fuss over the kids and give them the best adventure of all: the experience of reading.
Lady Gaga speaks to a concert audience from a balcony draped with a Mexican flag

Lady Gaga enchants Mexican audience with special message in Spanish

0
Over 100,000 fans flocked to Mexico City's Estadio GNP Seguros as the pop superstar kicked off her “¡Viva La Mayhem!” tour this weekend.
Earthquake alert drill in Mexico

How to prepare for Tuesday’s earthquake alert drill 

2
The earthquake drill, set for 11:30 a.m. tomorrow, will test Mexico's alert system and give residents an opportunity to practice potentially life-saving actions in the event of a disaster.
A team of engineers stands arms crossed in front of a small airplane

Oaxaca Aerospace unveils first 100% Mexican-made aircraft

1
After 14 years of research, the protoype of the Pegasus PE-210A is flying. The next step is commercial manufacturing.
President Sheinbaum raises a fist while standing next to a military engineer

Sheinbaum inaugurates work on CDMX-Querétaro train

3
Though estimated costs have ballooned, the president promised the new rail line would be complete by the end of 2027.
Men in black suits parade down a San Miguel de Allende street holding a figure of Christ on the cross over their heads.

Why holidays in Mexico hit differently: A perspective from our CEO

10
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek reflects on the power of Mexico's communal holiday traditions.
A military rider on horseback bears a Mexico flag in a parade

In the wake of Trump’s tariff chaos, Mexico’s economy needs a rethink: A perspective from...

25
What would a rethink of the Mexican economy look like? CEO Travis Bembenek lays out the best-case scenario for Mexico in three parts.
Why is a rethink of the Mexican economy necessary?

In the wake of Trump’s tariff chaos, Mexico’s economy needs a rethink: A perspective from...

27
What would a rethink of the Mexican economy look like? CEO Travis Bembenek lays out the best-case scenario for Mexico in three parts.
Mexico-U.S. relations

In the wake of Trump’s tariff chaos, Mexico’s economy needs a rethink: A perspective from...

24
What would a rethink of the Mexican economy look like? CEO Travis Bembenek lays out the best-case scenario for Mexico in three parts.
The World Bank globe logo on a grey building

World Bank cuts growth forecast for Mexico, predicting economic stagnation

5
Despite progress on poverty reduction, the World Bank predicts trade uncertainty will limit Mexico's economic growth this year.
GM EV

GM: ‘No plans’ to move production of EV models out of Mexico

2
GM's director of EV operations in Mexico said there are no plans to alter the list of EV models produced at the company’s factory in Coahuila, which makes the Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac Optic.
The words Fitch Ratings on an office building

Fitch affirms Mexico credit rating but predicts recession for this year

3
Though Fitch predicted tariffs and a U.S. slowdown would hurt Mexico's economy this year, the outlook for 2026 is brighter.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
19.60
CAD
14.17
Mexico's manufacturing exports

Mexico posts strong first-quarter trade performance despite US protectionism

2
The value of Mexico's exports increased to all-time highs in March and Q1 2025 despite the United States' imposition of tariffs on a range of Mexican goods.
A woman takes a product off a grocery store shelf

New data shows Mexico’s economy grew in February despite trade uncertainty

1
Though recession remains a distinct possibility, February's economic performance was better than expected.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
19.60
CAD
14.17
Cattle walk down a rural road in Chiapas

US ag secretary threatens to restrict Mexican cattle imports over screwworm outbreak

0
The U.S. agriculture secretary gave Mexico four days to meet conditions that Sheinbaum called inappropriate and excessive.
President Claudia Sheinbaum stands at a podium

Telecom talk and a posthumous message from the pope: Friday’s mañanera recapped

0
Sheinbaum discussed the controversy around her telecommunications bill, an activist's murder and a video from the pope at her Friday morning presser.
Pilgrims carrying an image of the virgen de guadalupe through the street

⁠Why do Mexicans say ‘sorry’ all the time?

20
It's not as bad as in Canada, but what's behind the epidemic of apologetic Mexicans?
people enjoying a slow pace of life in front of a mural in Campeche, Mexico

What I want to ‘waste’ my time on: A perspective from MND co-owner Tamanna Bembenek

17
By prioritizing our experience of time instead of treating it as a competition, we can develop healthier relationships and lives, writes Tamanna Bembenek.
Front shot of Chedraui on Isla Mujeres

Chedraui: From Xalapa minisuper to international supermarket

2
Now the most profitable nationally-owned supermarket in Mexico, Chedraui started out as a humble a Lebanese menswear store in the capital of Veracruz.
tourist couple on the beach in Mexico

Mexican tourism to US hits 4-year low. Is the ‘Trump Effect’ to blame?

1
The number of Mexican tourists arriving in the United States is down significantly compared to last year, with Canada and much of Europe following suit.
Skyline of Puerto Vallarta, with the Pacific Ocean in the background and buildings with Arabic-style domes in the foreground.

When to visit Puerto Vallarta: which month best meets your travel interests?

1
What's the ideal month to explore Puerto Vallarta? Discover which part of the year fits your style best with our month-by-month breakdown.
A woman sits on a boat in from of Los Cabos' Los Arcos

Los Cabos by the numbers: New perspectives on a remarkable destination

4
From 1 to 84 million, there's a hoard of data hidden in these Los Cabos figures.
people enjoying a slow pace of life in front of a mural in Campeche, Mexico

What I want to ‘waste’ my time on: A perspective from MND co-owner Tamanna...

17
By prioritizing our experience of time instead of treating it as a competition, we can develop healthier relationships and lives, writes Tamanna Bembenek.
Front shot of Chedraui on Isla Mujeres

Chedraui: From Xalapa minisuper to international supermarket

2
Now the most profitable nationally-owned supermarket in Mexico, Chedraui started out as a humble a Lebanese menswear store in the capital of Veracruz.
A military rider on horseback bears a Mexico flag in a parade

In the wake of Trump’s tariff chaos, Mexico’s economy needs a rethink: A perspective from...

25
What would a rethink of the Mexican economy look like? CEO Travis Bembenek lays out the best-case scenario for Mexico in three parts.
Why is a rethink of the Mexican economy necessary?

In the wake of Trump’s tariff chaos, Mexico’s economy needs a rethink: A perspective from...

27
What would a rethink of the Mexican economy look like? CEO Travis Bembenek lays out the best-case scenario for Mexico in three parts.
Mexican architect Fernanda Canales sitting at a luxurious wood table with small, glass water pitchers and a wine glass half filled with water.

Meet the new generation of Mexico’s rising-star architects

1
Mexico's new generation of leading architects is earning significant global awards and prompting reflections on the role and function of architecture.
A shot of colonial downtown Mérida in Yucatán

Mérida Arts District in the works after Yucatán attracts 7 billion pesos in real...

1
Yucatán has launched a $348 million investment in Mérida, promising hundreds of new jobs and a boost to tourism infrastructure.
People dressed with paper mache masks made to look as jaguars. One person in costume is holding a crudely fashioned whip made of coiled rope and using it to lash another person in jaguar costume. A boy in normal clothing looks on

Once a year in Zitlala, Guerrero, costumed jaguars do battle to petition the gods...

0
In the farming community of Zitlala, Guerrero, residents still take part in an pre-Columbian ritual where people in jaguar costumes battle each other to shed blood for the rain god Tláloc.
A mexican wolf

A long road ahead for the Mexican wolf

3
In the 1970s, the Mexican wolf was all but extinct in the wild. Using innovative conservation techniques, scientists have grown wild populations, but practical and political challenges mean this species is far from out of the woods.
Joaquín Nieman celebrating his LIV tournament win with a taco on Sunday evening.

Niemann claims victory — and tacos — at LIV Golf Mexico City tournament

0
Chile's "Joaco" Niemann, 26, won his third LIV Golf title of the season in Mexico City on Sunday, securing his spot in the 2025 U.S. Open.
A group of teenagers pose for a photo

How a group of American teens funded and built new homes in San Miguel...

12
A group of high school students were inspired to fund and then build homes for the needy in Guanajuato state, in a dazzling act of charity.
Skyline of Puerto Vallarta, with the Pacific Ocean in the background and buildings with Arabic-style domes in the foreground.

When to visit Puerto Vallarta: which month best meets your travel interests?

1
What's the ideal month to explore Puerto Vallarta? Discover which part of the year fits your style best with our month-by-month breakdown.
A woman sits on a boat in from of Los Cabos' Los Arcos

Los Cabos by the numbers: New perspectives on a remarkable destination

4
From 1 to 84 million, there's a hoard of data hidden in these Los Cabos figures.
Huevos Rancheros, mexican eggs

Taste of Mexico: Huevitos para el desayuno

5
Fried, scrambled, divorced or cowboy, Mexico has an egg-based fast breaker for you.
Young woman standing at a wooden restaurant serving booth handing over a coconut shell glass of coconut water to a young female customer on the other side of the booth, which is located outside in a verdant background of trees.

For the love of coconuts: new cafe in Xalapa goes all in on the...

0
Sure, you'll find coconut water and coconut ice cream here, but Xalapa's La Tierra del Coco goes further, selling everything from coconut soap to candles to toothpaste.
Kevin Costner in Waterworld

Waterworld (or not): A look into Mexico’s water shortages

0
Today's reality is far from a Kevin Costner film: What's life like with limited water supplies and where is it being used?
President Claudia Sheinbaum gestures from behind the podium at her morning press conference

Sheinbaum responds to Trump in cross-border water dispute: Friday’s mañanera recapped

20
President Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico is complying with the treaty to the extent possible based on water availability.

What do I need to know before undergoing laser skin treatment in Mexico?

0
Medical expert Dr. Lara returns to share her advice on how to find the best laser skin treatments in Mexico.

Beauty and wellness apps to help you look and feel great anywhere, any time

0
From destination wedding makeup to relaxing couples massages, these apps let you pamper yourself in style, anytime or anywhere.
día del niño, Children's Day

Opinion: Mexico’s Día del Niño is also Día del Libro (books!)

0
This April 30, let’s recognize the significance of children in society, make a fuss over the kids and give them the best adventure of all: the experience of reading.
People dressed with paper mache masks made to look as jaguars. One person in costume is holding a crudely fashioned whip made of coiled rope and using it to lash another person in jaguar costume. A boy in normal clothing looks on

Once a year in Zitlala, Guerrero, costumed jaguars do battle to petition the gods for rain

0
In the farming community of Zitlala, Guerrero, residents still take part in an pre-Columbian ritual where people in jaguar costumes battle each other to shed blood for the rain god Tláloc.
A mexican wolf

A long road ahead for the Mexican wolf

3
In the 1970s, the Mexican wolf was all but extinct in the wild. Using innovative conservation techniques, scientists have grown wild populations, but practical and political challenges mean this species is far from out of the woods.
Lady Gaga speaks to a concert audience from a balcony draped with a Mexican flag

Lady Gaga enchants Mexican audience with special message in Spanish

0
Over 100,000 fans flocked to Mexico City's Estadio GNP Seguros as the pop superstar kicked off her “¡Viva La Mayhem!” tour this weekend.
Joaquín Nieman celebrating his LIV tournament win with a taco on Sunday evening.

Niemann claims victory — and tacos — at LIV Golf Mexico City tournament

0
Chile's "Joaco" Niemann, 26, won his third LIV Golf title of the season in Mexico City on Sunday, securing his spot in the 2025 U.S. Open.
A group of teenagers pose for a photo

How a group of American teens funded and built new homes in San Miguel de Allende

12
A group of high school students were inspired to fund and then build homes for the needy in Guanajuato state, in a dazzling act of charity.
Travelers to Baja California Sur are advised to exercise increased caution, avoid crowds, monitor local media for official updates and follow instructions from local authorities.

US, Canada issue security alert for Los Cabos and La Paz, BCS

2
The alert comes after multiple shootings and clashes between civilians and police were reported in the area surrounding Los Cabos last week.
Earthquake alert drill in Mexico

How to prepare for Tuesday’s earthquake alert drill 

2
The earthquake drill, set for 11:30 a.m. tomorrow, will test Mexico's alert system and give residents an opportunity to practice potentially life-saving actions in the event of a disaster.
President Sheinbaum raises a fist while standing next to a military engineer

Sheinbaum inaugurates work on CDMX-Querétaro train

3
Though estimated costs have ballooned, the president promised the new rail line would be complete by the end of 2027.
The muticolored Tijuana sign in the city center

What’s news in Baja California?

0
A major international tourism conference, a new freeway and the arrival of solar panels are just some of the stories you might have missed from the peninsula.
cenote

Real estate developer Muúk Karant to unveil Mexico’s first museum in a cenote

0
A planned residential development just outside the colonial city of Valladolid will include four natural underground pools, one with more than 300 cultural artifacts on display.
Mexican architect Fernanda Canales sitting at a luxurious wood table with small, glass water pitchers and a wine glass half filled with water.

Meet the new generation of Mexico’s rising-star architects

1
Mexico's new generation of leading architects is earning significant global awards and prompting reflections on the role and function of architecture.
A shot of colonial downtown Mérida in Yucatán

Mérida Arts District in the works after Yucatán attracts 7 billion pesos in real...

1
Yucatán has launched a $348 million investment in Mérida, promising hundreds of new jobs and a boost to tourism infrastructure.
The La Boquilla dam half full under sunny skies

Drought paralyzes northern states’ water deliveries to US: ‘No one is obligated to do...

3
In the past five years, Mexico has sent less than 30% of the water required by a 1944 treaty with the U.S., in good part because resources are increasingly scarce.
Kevin Costner in Waterworld

Waterworld (or not): A look into Mexico’s water shortages

0
Today's reality is far from a Kevin Costner film: What's life like with limited water supplies and where is it being used?
President Claudia Sheinbaum gestures from behind the podium at her morning press conference

Sheinbaum responds to Trump in cross-border water dispute: Friday’s mañanera recapped

20
President Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico is complying with the treaty to the extent possible based on water availability.

All you need to know about Eastern medicine in Mexico

3
Traditional Chinese medicine in Mexico is bigger than ever, with licensed practitioners all over the country offering a variety of techniques.

What do I need to know before undergoing laser skin treatment in Mexico?

0
Medical expert Dr. Lara returns to share her advice on how to find the best laser skin treatments in Mexico.

Beauty and wellness apps to help you look and feel great anywhere, any time

0
From destination wedding makeup to relaxing couples massages, these apps let you pamper yourself in style, anytime or anywhere.
The World Bank globe logo on a grey building

World Bank cuts growth forecast for Mexico, predicting economic stagnation

5
Despite progress on poverty reduction, the World Bank predicts trade uncertainty will limit Mexico's economic growth this year.
GM EV

GM: ‘No plans’ to move production of EV models out of Mexico

2
GM's director of EV operations in Mexico said there are no plans to alter the list of EV models produced at the company’s factory in Coahuila, which makes the Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac Optic.
The words Fitch Ratings on an office building

Fitch affirms Mexico credit rating but predicts recession for this year

3
Though Fitch predicted tariffs and a U.S. slowdown would hurt Mexico's economy this year, the outlook for 2026 is brighter.
Huevos Rancheros, mexican eggs

Taste of Mexico: Huevitos para el desayuno

5
Fried, scrambled, divorced or cowboy, Mexico has an egg-based fast breaker for you.
Two surgeons in scrubs and masks performing surgery in a dimly lit hospital operating room

Why I don’t hesitate to use Mexican hospitals

12
Clean, modern and relatively cheap, Mexico's hospitals have all the technology and advanced services you'd expect back home, and English-speaking staff.
Mazatlán locals protest outside the home of a supposed gringo

Protests and confusion in Mazatlán after ‘gringo’ supposedly harasses construction worker

8
A dispute over a blocked entrance provided a lesson on how fast misinformation and xenophobia can spiral out of control.
Sheinbaum April 23 2025

Sheinbaum shares her reading list: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped

0
What does Mexico's presidenta like to read? On Wednesday morning, Sheinbaum spoke about her plans to promote reading in Mexico, where adults read an average of 3.4 books per year.
A spread of different types of Oaxaca food including tlyaudas, mole and tortillas.

State By Plate: Oaxaca

1
From mole to mezcal, the southern state offers some of Mexico's most iconic — and delicious — gastronomy.
Huevos Rancheros, mexican eggs

Taste of Mexico: Huevitos para el desayuno

5
Fried, scrambled, divorced or cowboy, Mexico has an egg-based fast breaker for you.
Young woman standing at a wooden restaurant serving booth handing over a coconut shell glass of coconut water to a young female customer on the other side of the booth, which is located outside in a verdant background of trees.

For the love of coconuts: new cafe in Xalapa goes all in on the...

0
Sure, you'll find coconut water and coconut ice cream here, but Xalapa's La Tierra del Coco goes further, selling everything from coconut soap to candles to toothpaste.
Sign along an airport roadway that says Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juarez Ciudad de Mexico

Forget airport chips, candy and coffee: try these 6 great AICM restaurant reccs

3
Get away from the hustle and bustle of Latin America's busiest airport and enjoy a meal at one of writer Gabriela Solis' six favorite restaurants at AICM.