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A changing Mexico: Gentrification and protest in 2025
Mexicans and expats alike take on the most contentious subject of 2025 in this selection of pieces on gentrification in Mexico.
El Jalapeño: Viva-Volaris merger promises to set new standards in passenger discomfort
It's true, Viva Aerobus and Volaris are set to merge. What might be not true is the new depths that they promise to plumb together.
El Jalapeño: Here’s what didn’t happen in 2025
It was a big year for news in Mexico... but it was an even bigger year for satire. Check out the best of El Jalapeño, Mexico News Daily's hilarious fake news service.
A changing Mexico: Gentrification and protest in 2025
Mexicans and expats alike take on the most contentious subject of 2025 in this selection of pieces on gentrification in Mexico.
El Jalapeño: Viva-Volaris merger promises to set new standards in passenger discomfort
It's true, Viva Aerobus and Volaris are set to merge. What might be not true is the new depths that they promise to plumb together.
El Jalapeño: Here’s what didn’t happen in 2025
It was a big year for news in Mexico... but it was an even bigger year for satire. Check out the best of El Jalapeño, Mexico News Daily's hilarious fake news service.
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The majestic natural wonders of Mexico: What we’ve seen in 2025
Mexico's natural wonders are a sight to behold. Our writers spent all of 2025 visiting them for our guides.
A Mexican perspective on the year
MND's team of Mexican writers tackle everything from singing drug lords to the challenges of being a Mexican abroad.
How accurate were my 2025 predictions for Mexico? A perspective from our CEO
How did Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek do on his 2025 predictions for Mexico? Read on to find out!
From dinosaurs to despots: Mexico before the 20th century
Historian Bob Pateman looks at some of the moments that shaped modern Mexico, from asteroids to conflict to exhibitions, as we look back on some of the best articles of the year.
Mexico’s movers and shakers: 7 political figures you need to know
Want to understand Mexican politics today? María Meléndez dives into the top names you need to know in this 2025 video series.
Sheinbaum: Tamaulipas immigration agents caught on camera demanding bribes have been fired
The agents, who tried to extort migrants returning to Mexico ahead of the holidays, could face criminal charges pending an investigation.
Long-awaited train to AIFA airport will be running by April, Sheinbaum says
Originally scheduled for completion in 2022, the project experienced setbacks but should be completed in time for Semana Santa travelers to use it this year.
The top México mágico moments of 2025: Mystical eagles, stargazing pups and a killer...
As the year winds to a close, we take a look back at the quirky, bizarre and inspiring stories that captured Mexico's imagination in 2025.
US investors buy major stake in Club América, Mexico’s top soccer team
The investment by private equity firm General Atlantic includes a partnership with Kraft Group, owners of the NFL's New England Patriots.
The Christmas gift that Puerto Vallarta gave me
From songs and decorations to traditional food and religious ceremonies, Christmas in Puerto Vallarta isn't necessarily what you might have been expecting. But it's magical nonetheless.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? An introduction
In a new weekly series of articles, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas breaks down the four big theoretical pillars shaping U.S. policy and what they mean for Mexico's geopolitical panorama.
A last minute guide to New Year’s Eve plans in Mexico City
Our ultimate guide to spending New Year's Eve in Mexico City, from elegant dinners to speakeasy parties, free events in historic outdoor settings, and even spas and hot-air balloon rides.
The majestic natural wonders of Mexico: What we’ve seen in 2025
Mexico's natural wonders are a sight to behold. Our writers spent all of 2025 visiting them for our guides.
A Mexican perspective on the year
MND's team of Mexican writers tackle everything from singing drug lords to the challenges of being a Mexican abroad.
How accurate were my 2025 predictions for Mexico? A perspective from our CEO
How did Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek do on his 2025 predictions for Mexico? Read on to find out!
From dinosaurs to despots: Mexico before the 20th century
Historian Bob Pateman looks at some of the moments that shaped modern Mexico, from asteroids to conflict to exhibitions, as we look back on some of the best articles of the year.
Mexico’s movers and shakers: 7 political figures you need to know
Want to understand Mexican politics today? María Meléndez dives into the top names you need to know in this 2025 video series.
Sheinbaum: Tamaulipas immigration agents caught on camera demanding bribes have been fired
The agents, who tried to extort migrants returning to Mexico ahead of the holidays, could face criminal charges pending an investigation.
US investors buy major stake in Club América, Mexico’s top soccer...
The investment by private equity firm General Atlantic includes a partnership with Kraft Group, owners of the NFL's New England Patriots.
How accurate were my 2025 predictions for Mexico? A perspective from our CEO
How did Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek do on his 2025 predictions for Mexico? Read on to find out!
Social media herd mentality, Tulum edition: A perspective from our CEO
Tulum's social media-driven tourism boom has turned into a bust. But what you see online doesn't always line up with reality, Travis Bembenek writes.
Mexico is becoming friendlier to labor, but there’s one big problem: A perspective from...
As conditions for workers improve in Mexico, labor productivity needs to follow suit, writes Travis Bembenek. But how?
Confidently Wrong about Water in Mexico: A new podcast from our CEO
Is it still necessary to avoid drinking tap water? What do water shortages mean for the construction of new homes? Travis Bembenek covers these questions and more in a new MND podcast.
Canada to send largest-ever trade mission to Mexico in 2026
The Feb. 15-20 trade mission will focus on opportunities in the agriculture, advanced manufacturing, information communications technology and clean energy sectors, as well as creative industries.
China urges Mexico to reverse 50% tariffs ‘as soon as possible’
The new tariffs are not a political measure but rather aim to protect Mexican industry from cheap imports, Economy Minister Ebrard said Thursday.
Automaker Stellantis planning major expansion of its Mexican operations
Its reinforced commitment to Mexico strikes a contrast to some other global automakers who have either moved out or paused plans to move in.
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Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? A primer on China
In a new weekly series of articles, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas breaks down the four big theoretical pillars shaping U.S. policy and what they mean for Mexico's geopolitical panorama.
Bimbo, the Mexican breadmaker with a big US presence, is suing Trump over his...
Even though some 90% of the inputs for Bimbo's U.S. operations are made in the USA and not subject to the tariffs, their economic damage could stifle consumption, Bimbo says.
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CAD
13.10
EUR
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Where will Mexico’s president spend Christmas?
President Sheinbaum announced Monday that she will spend three days away from Mexico City to celebrate Christmas with her family, marking her first official break since taking office.
Sheinbaum previews her 2026 priorities: Friday’s mañanera recapped
The president also touched on tariffs, clarified details about the USMCA review and shared her 12 New Years wishes.
President Sheinbaum celebrates love, fraternity and Mexican values in Christmas message
"We are the shared word, the plate served with love, the laugh that heals and the memory that keeps company," she said, thanking elders who "teach us to resist with dignity and love with the soul."
A changing Mexico: Gentrification and protest in 2025
Mexicans and expats alike take on the most contentious subject of 2025 in this selection of pieces on gentrification in Mexico.
A Mexican perspective on the year
MND's team of Mexican writers tackle everything from singing drug lords to the challenges of being a Mexican abroad.
2025 according to Sarah DeVries
Mexico News Daily's favorite opinion writer had some thoughts about how this year went. We collected the best.
El Jalapeño: Viva-Volaris merger promises to set new standards in passenger discomfort
It's true, Viva Aerobus and Volaris are set to merge. What might be not true is the new depths that they promise to plumb together.
The majestic natural wonders of Mexico: What we’ve seen in 2025
Mexico's natural wonders are a sight to behold. Our writers spent all of 2025 visiting them for our guides.
Long-awaited train to AIFA airport will be running by April, Sheinbaum says
Originally scheduled for completion in 2022, the project experienced setbacks but should be completed in time for Semana Santa travelers to use it this year.
A Mexican perspective on the year
MND's team of Mexican writers tackle everything from singing drug lords to the challenges of being a Mexican abroad.
2025 according to Sarah DeVries
Mexico News Daily's favorite opinion writer had some thoughts about how this year went. We collected the best.
Social media herd mentality, Tulum edition: A perspective from our CEO
Tulum's social media-driven tourism boom has turned into a bust. But what you see online doesn't always line up with reality, Travis Bembenek writes.
Mexico is becoming friendlier to labor, but there’s one big problem: A perspective from...
As conditions for workers improve in Mexico, labor productivity needs to follow suit, writes Travis Bembenek. But how?
Why your real estate agent in Mexico still gets a commission when you find...
Your real estate agent gets a 5% commission when you sell your home in Mexico, even if you found the buyer. Here's an in-depth look at why they deserve every penny or peso.
Investing from scratch: When your dream is building property in Mexico
Building a home in Mexico can be a dream come true or a nightmare, depending on how well you understand the geography where you're building, Mexican law and your rights and obligations.
Color, camaraderie, craftsmen and conquest: The best of Mexico News Daily’s Culture section in...
From color to conquest, these are the best culture stories of the year.
That time in 1930 when the Mexican Government replaced Santa with Quetzalcóatl
Does Quetzalcóatl care if you're naughty or nice? For one Christmas in Mexico, he did, and Santa was replaced by an ancient deity.
Mexico’s only Triple-Crown hiker launches 2,000-km Baja California Trail project
From the U.S. border to the deserts of the south, Zelzín Aketzalli's hike offers walkers the chance to take in some unique natural wonders.
‘Checo’ Pérez is Tommy Hilfiger’s new global menswear ambassador
The brand described the Mexican F1 driver as a global icon who embodies a relaxed, timeless and confident style, capable of inspiring new generations through his talent and authentic personality.
The majestic natural wonders of Mexico: What we’ve seen in 2025
Mexico's natural wonders are a sight to behold. Our writers spent all of 2025 visiting them for our guides.
Long-awaited train to AIFA airport will be running by April, Sheinbaum says
Originally scheduled for completion in 2022, the project experienced setbacks but should be completed in time for Semana Santa travelers to use it this year.
The Cholula Effect: How a Mexican hot sauce conquered global palates
Thanks to the convergence of changing demographics in the U.S. and some clever marketing, Cholula has gone from a little-known Mexican hot sauce to a global phenomenon.
Julia Ortega: The woman behind Mexico’s first carbon-neutral coffee farm
Julia Ortega has taken some big risks, but her decision to do things the right way, keeping her coffee organic and her farm in Puebla carbon-neutral, is finally paying off.
Mexico, US reach agreement on water deliveries
Mexico has committed to releasing more than 200,000 acre-feet of water to the United States starting this week, averting the threatened imposition of an additional U.S. tariff on Mexican goods.
Inside the binational effort to clean up the Rio Grande
Nuevo Laredo used to dump millions of gallons of raw sewage into the Rio Grande daily. Now the city is cleaning up its act, thanks to a determined mayor with support on both sides of the border.
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.
A guide to medical tourism in Los Cabos
These Baja California Sur hospitals are modern and clean and cost a fraction of the price of those at home, worth considering for an upcoming procedure.
From dinosaurs to despots: Mexico before the 20th century
Historian Bob Pateman looks at some of the moments that shaped modern Mexico, from asteroids to conflict to exhibitions, as we look back on some of the best articles of the year.
Color, camaraderie, craftsmen and conquest: The best of Mexico News Daily’s Culture section in 2025
From color to conquest, these are the best culture stories of the year.
That time in 1930 when the Mexican Government replaced Santa with Quetzalcóatl
Does Quetzalcóatl care if you're naughty or nice? For one Christmas in Mexico, he did, and Santa was replaced by an ancient deity.
MND Local: Puerto Vallarta holiday celebrations
Celebrate the end of the year in style, with these hand-selected community events for a Puerto Vallarta Christmas like no other.
Mexico’s only Triple-Crown hiker launches 2,000-km Baja California Trail project
From the U.S. border to the deserts of the south, Zelzín Aketzalli's hike offers walkers the chance to take in some unique natural wonders.
‘Checo’ Pérez is Tommy Hilfiger’s new global menswear ambassador
The brand described the Mexican F1 driver as a global icon who embodies a relaxed, timeless and confident style, capable of inspiring new generations through his talent and authentic personality.
Mexico’s week in review: Christmas cheer and heartbreak
Christmas week in Mexico brought tidings of economic growth, a terrible accident and a message of holiday unity from President Sheinbaum.
How accurate were my 2025 predictions for Mexico? A perspective from our CEO
How did Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek do on his 2025 predictions for Mexico? Read on to find out!
Mexico’s movers and shakers: 7 political figures you need to know
Want to understand Mexican politics today? María Meléndez dives into the top names you need to know in this 2025 video series.
Sheinbaum: Tamaulipas immigration agents caught on camera demanding bribes have been fired
The agents, who tried to extort migrants returning to Mexico ahead of the holidays, could face criminal charges pending an investigation.
Residency in Mexico: What foreign buyers and sellers need to know
Residency in Mexico, either temporary permanent, comes with a host of benefits, some of the most important of which become evident when buying or selling real estate.
Why your real estate agent in Mexico still gets a commission when you find...
Your real estate agent gets a 5% commission when you sell your home in Mexico, even if you found the buyer. Here's an in-depth look at why they deserve every penny or peso.
Investing from scratch: When your dream is building property in Mexico
Building a home in Mexico can be a dream come true or a nightmare, depending on how well you understand the geography where you're building, Mexican law and your rights and obligations.
Mexico, US sign accord to solve toxic sewage crisis in Tijuana and San Diego
The agreement marks the second recent positive development toward resolving the long-simmering sewage and water disputes between the neighboring countries.
Mexico, US reach agreement on water deliveries
Mexico has committed to releasing more than 200,000 acre-feet of water to the United States starting this week, averting the threatened imposition of an additional U.S. tariff on Mexican goods.
Inside the binational effort to clean up the Rio Grande
Nuevo Laredo used to dump millions of gallons of raw sewage into the Rio Grande daily. Now the city is cleaning up its act, thanks to a determined mayor with support on both sides of the border.
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.
A guide to medical tourism in Los Cabos
These Baja California Sur hospitals are modern and clean and cost a fraction of the price of those at home, worth considering for an upcoming procedure.
Canada to send largest-ever trade mission to Mexico in 2026
The Feb. 15-20 trade mission will focus on opportunities in the agriculture, advanced manufacturing, information communications technology and clean energy sectors, as well as creative industries.
China urges Mexico to reverse 50% tariffs ‘as soon as possible’
The new tariffs are not a political measure but rather aim to protect Mexican industry from cheap imports, Economy Minister Ebrard said Thursday.
Automaker Stellantis planning major expansion of its Mexican operations
Its reinforced commitment to Mexico strikes a contrast to some other global automakers who have either moved out or paused plans to move in.
The Christmas gift that Puerto Vallarta gave me
From songs and decorations to traditional food and religious ceremonies, Christmas in Puerto Vallarta isn't necessarily what you might have been expecting. But it's magical nonetheless.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? An introduction
In a new weekly series of articles, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas breaks down the four big theoretical pillars shaping U.S. policy and what they mean for Mexico's geopolitical panorama.
A last minute guide to New Year’s Eve plans in Mexico City
Our ultimate guide to spending New Year's Eve in Mexico City, from elegant dinners to speakeasy parties, free events in historic outdoor settings, and even spas and hot-air balloon rides.
Why are there two Basílicas to Our Lady of Guadalupe?
As the feast day of the Virgin of Guadalupe approaches, many worshippers make the pilgrimage to Tepeyac, home to not one basilica in her honor, but two.
The best Mexican treats to enjoy this Christmas
Mexico's seasonal Christmas treats are steeped in sugary nostalgia for those who grew in the country, and a delicious discovery at any age for those who didn't.
The Cholula Effect: How a Mexican hot sauce conquered global palates
Thanks to the convergence of changing demographics in the U.S. and some clever marketing, Cholula has gone from a little-known Mexican hot sauce to a global phenomenon.
Julia Ortega: The woman behind Mexico’s first carbon-neutral coffee farm
Julia Ortega has taken some big risks, but her decision to do things the right way, keeping her coffee organic and her farm in Puebla carbon-neutral, is finally paying off.
Ancient genetic engineers: How Mexico’s Mesoamericans bred a tiny plant into corn
Science still doesn't know which of Mexico's ancient peoples discovered how to breed the tiny teosinte plant into what's still a major food staple for the nation today.
