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Robot dog pack will guard fans at Monterrey’s World Cup stadium
The mechanical canines won't be in physical contact with anyone, much less detain suspects, but rather provide an early-warning system so that human officers can work more efficiently.
Mexico and India eye tech investment, pharma deals in push to deepen trade ties
Science and tech took center stage at the talks, which are set to continue leading up to an in-person meeting with India's trade minister in late March.
From Royal Albert Hall to Mexican prisons: Elena Durán’s journey home
Elena Durán, the granddaughter of a Mexican immigrant to the U.S., has become world-famous as a flautist but has never forgotten her Mexican heritage or her childhood influences.
Robot dog pack will guard fans at Monterrey’s World Cup stadium
The mechanical canines won't be in physical contact with anyone, much less detain suspects, but rather provide an early-warning system so that human officers can work more efficiently.
Mexico and India eye tech investment, pharma deals in push to deepen trade ties
Science and tech took center stage at the talks, which are set to continue leading up to an in-person meeting with India's trade minister in late March.
From Royal Albert Hall to Mexican prisons: Elena Durán’s journey home
Elena Durán, the granddaughter of a Mexican immigrant to the U.S., has become world-famous as a flautist but has never forgotten her Mexican heritage or her childhood influences.
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The Cantinflas challenge: History, humor and hanging on
Cantinflas is an iconic figure in Mexican cinema and his comedy, always from the point of view of the underdog, is still meaningful today.
Mexican movies you should stream if you’re single on Valentine’s Day
These four Valentine's Day movies from Mexico, curated by Carolina Alvarado, will make you happy you've decided to remain single.
Sheinbaum lauds reduced work hours, revocation of mining concessions: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
The president celebrated the Senate's approval of a 40-hour workweek and reported on the status of Mexico's humanitarian aid to Cuba at her Thursday presser.
Regina Martínez makes history as Mexico’s first female Olympic cross-country skier
She finished last, but the 33-year-old Miami-based doctor got the loudest cheers and received the warmest hugs from the three medal winners.
For the first time, Portugal returns pre-Columbian artifacts to Mexico
The voluntary return of Maya, Zapotec and Western Mexican pieces continues a trend of cooperation between mostly European countries and Mexico's cultural authorities, such as INAH.
Government urges measles vaccination as the ‘most contagious viral disease’ spreads in Mexico
Authorities stress that there is no cause for alarm, but urge those who have never received their two measles shots to get vaccinated at one of the centers that are being provided.
Chinese automakers BYD, Geely are bidding on Mexico’s shuttered Aguascalientes Nissan plant
A win by either would give China's auto sector the foothold in Mexico it has been seeking for years. But there's a third competitor in the mix — Vietnamese EV maker VinFast.
Mexico critical mineral production draws US interest
These are the eight 'critical minerals' produced in Mexico that the U.S. needs to secure its technology supply chains.
El Jalapeño: Bypassing Trump, Canada set to extend Gordie Howe bridge to Mexico
A bridge too far? Ban this, Don. Check out some more news that didn't happen in our latest satirical look at the news.
Do Mexicans celebrate Valentine’s Day?
Impressing your Valentine's Day sweetie in Mexico City isn't difficult. You just need to follow a few simple steps.
Made in America: The Mexican gun crisis
The guns that that are smuggled over the border from the U.S. and that contribute to violence in Mexico have only grown in number in recent decades. Maria Meléndez explains why.
Opinion: Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance reaffirmed the life I’ve chosen here
Bad Bunny's performance didn't move Mexico expat Charlotte Smith because it was the best thing she'd ever seen; it moved her because everything about it felt true.
The Cantinflas challenge: History, humor and hanging on
Cantinflas is an iconic figure in Mexican cinema and his comedy, always from the point of view of the underdog, is still meaningful today.
Mexican movies you should stream if you’re single on Valentine’s Day
These four Valentine's Day movies from Mexico, curated by Carolina Alvarado, will make you happy you've decided to remain single.
Sheinbaum lauds reduced work hours, revocation of mining concessions: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
The president celebrated the Senate's approval of a 40-hour workweek and reported on the status of Mexico's humanitarian aid to Cuba at her Thursday presser.
Regina Martínez makes history as Mexico’s first female Olympic cross-country skier
She finished last, but the 33-year-old Miami-based doctor got the loudest cheers and received the warmest hugs from the three medal winners.
For the first time, Portugal returns pre-Columbian artifacts to Mexico
The voluntary return of Maya, Zapotec and Western Mexican pieces continues a trend of cooperation between mostly European countries and Mexico's cultural authorities, such as INAH.
Government urges measles vaccination as the ‘most contagious viral disease’ spreads in Mexico
Authorities stress that there is no cause for alarm, but urge those who have never received their two measles shots to get vaccinated at one of the centers that are being provided.
Chinese automakers BYD, Geely are bidding on Mexico’s shuttered Aguascalientes Nissan...
A win by either would give China's auto sector the foothold in Mexico it has been seeking for years. But there's a third competitor in the mix — Vietnamese EV maker VinFast.
What does news industry carnage mean for MND? A perspective from our CEO
As legacy newspapers slash staff and shut down, what's next for small publications like Mexico News Daily — and why does it matter? CEO Travis Bembenek shares his take.
From San Miguel to Wall Street: A ‘Confidently Wrong’ conversation about raising kids in...
In episode two of the new season of MND's podcast, "Confidently Wrong," CEO Travis Bembenek interviews Ann Dolan about her family's experience, from pre-K to college.
Introducing Season 2 of the ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast: Raising expat kids in Mexico
Retirees and digital nomads love Mexico — but what about families? A new season of "Confidently Wrong" dives into the challenges and benefits of raising kids abroad.
The Mexico they don’t show you: Confidently Wrong interviews Servant Steve
Travis Bembenek and Mexico-based content creator Servant Steve cut through viral misinformation and stereotypes about Mexico on the latest Confidently Wrong podcast.
Mexico and India eye tech investment, pharma deals in push to deepen trade ties
Science and tech took center stage at the talks, which are set to continue leading up to an in-person meeting with India's trade minister in late March.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? The bilateral agriculture relationship
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas provides four reasons why Mexico is extraordinarily relevant to the U.S. agricultural industry.
Mexico, US agree to begin formal USMCA trade talks. Where does that leave Canada?
The talks will address rules of origin for industrial goods, critical minerals collaboration and trade policy alignment, as Mexico seeks to safeguard its crucial trade relationship with its northern neighbor.
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Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? The trends in bilateral services trade
Pedro Casas, CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce, explains why services trade with Mexico creates U.S. jobs, delivers a consistent surplus, injects huge amounts of money into the U.S. economy, and strengthens the broader North American platform that enables both countries to compete globally.
Retail chain Coppel to invest US $830M, open 80 new stores
The financing is expected to support the creation of 2,500 direct jobs in 2026, adding to Grupo Coppel’s existing workforce of over 130,000 and consolidating the company’s position as one of the top 10 employers in Mexico.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.16
CAD
12.61
EUR
20.38
Sheinbaum denies drone intelligence as conflicting reports emerge on El Paso: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
President Sheinbaum pushed back Wednesday on U.S. claims that Mexican cartel drones breached Texas airspace, saying authorities have no information about drones at the border.
Homicides were down 34% in January: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
The states that recorded the largest annual decreases in homicides in January were Zacatecas, San Luis Potosí, Quintana Roo, Tabasco and Aguascalientes.
Sheinbaum lauds reduced work hours, revocation of mining concessions: Thursday’s mañanera...
The president celebrated the Senate's approval of a 40-hour workweek and reported on the status of Mexico's humanitarian aid to Cuba at her Thursday presser.
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.
Why you know lots of Spanish — until someone speaks it
Spanish is the second fastest spoken language in the world. But that's one of only many reasons foreigners in Mexico struggle to understand what's being said to them.
When education doesn’t get you too far
Going to college in Mexico is no guarantee of good paying job, and opening a small business is often prohibitively expensive. So what goals should young people have?
UN tourism program aims to boost benefits and reduce harm to Mexico’s coastal communities
By joining the U.N.'s iCOAST program, the Tourism Ministry seeks to end Mexicans' longstanding ambivalence toward tourism, in which its positives have sometimes been overshadowed by its harms.
Mexico City’s most paw-some pet hotels
To say Mexico City welcomes pets is a bit of an understatement. The capital city is filled wit dog-friendly parks as well as trendy dog-friendly hotels.
Volaris launches 33 new flights, deepening Mexico-US connectivity ahead of the World Cup
The low-cost carrier is now offering 11 new flights to the U.S., including its first connections to Detroit and Salt Lake City.
Why you know lots of Spanish — until someone speaks it
Spanish is the second fastest spoken language in the world. But that's one of only many reasons foreigners in Mexico struggle to understand what's being said to them.
When education doesn’t get you too far
Going to college in Mexico is no guarantee of good paying job, and opening a small business is often prohibitively expensive. So what goals should young people have?
From San Miguel to Wall Street: A ‘Confidently Wrong’ conversation about raising kids in...
In episode two of the new season of MND's podcast, "Confidently Wrong," CEO Travis Bembenek interviews Ann Dolan about her family's experience, from pre-K to college.
Introducing Season 2 of the ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast: Raising expat kids in Mexico
Retirees and digital nomads love Mexico — but what about families? A new season of "Confidently Wrong" dives into the challenges and benefits of raising kids abroad.
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.
Why moving to Monterrey might just be your Mexican dream
It may not be the first place in Mexico expats would think to move, but Monterrey has a lot going for it, including a very welcoming community.
The Cantinflas challenge: History, humor and hanging on
Cantinflas is an iconic figure in Mexican cinema and his comedy, always from the point of view of the underdog, is still meaningful today.
For the first time, Portugal returns pre-Columbian artifacts to Mexico
The voluntary return of Maya, Zapotec and Western Mexican pieces continues a trend of cooperation between mostly European countries and Mexico's cultural authorities, such as INAH.
Regina Martínez makes history as Mexico’s first female Olympic cross-country skier
She finished last, but the 33-year-old Miami-based doctor got the loudest cheers and received the warmest hugs from the three medal winners.
Are you ready for Super Bowl LX? Here’s what we’ve talked about at MND
Get ready for kickoff this Sunday: Catch up on Mexico News Daily's Mexico-related Super Bowl coverage on the avocado industry, Bad Bunny, Mexicans in Super Bowl history and more.
Mexico City’s most paw-some pet hotels
To say Mexico City welcomes pets is a bit of an understatement. The capital city is filled wit dog-friendly parks as well as trendy dog-friendly hotels.
Volaris launches 33 new flights, deepening Mexico-US connectivity ahead of the World Cup
The low-cost carrier is now offering 11 new flights to the U.S., including its first connections to Detroit and Salt Lake City.
Why Flora Farms is Baja California Sur’s premier farm-to-table destination
Flora Farms organic produce provides ingredients for its acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant in San José del Cabo, but that's only one of the things that makes the business special.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? The bilateral agriculture relationship
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas provides four reasons why Mexico is extraordinarily relevant to the U.S. agricultural industry.
Space tech built to find water on Mars now tracks Mexico’s leaking pipes
At least 60% of Mexico’s drinking water disappears before reaching taps because of clandestine connections or leaks. Puebla-based Integrored is taking a bird's-eye approach to the problem.
Mexico commits to make yearly water deliveries to US after tariff threats
The 1944 water treaty remains in force, with Mexico agreeing to take steps to avoid a repeat of the recent non-compliance issues by making yearly minimum water deliveries.
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 Royal Albert Hall to Mexican prisons: Elena Durán’s journey home
Elena Durán, the granddaughter of a Mexican immigrant to the U.S., has become world-famous as a flautist but has never forgotten her Mexican heritage or her childhood influences.
The Cantinflas challenge: History, humor and hanging on
Cantinflas is an iconic figure in Mexican cinema and his comedy, always from the point of view of the underdog, is still meaningful today.
For the first time, Portugal returns pre-Columbian artifacts to Mexico
The voluntary return of Maya, Zapotec and Western Mexican pieces continues a trend of cooperation between mostly European countries and Mexico's cultural authorities, such as INAH.
Mexican movies you should stream if you’re single on Valentine’s Day
These four Valentine's Day movies from Mexico, curated by Carolina Alvarado, will make you happy you've decided to remain single.
Regina Martínez makes history as Mexico’s first female Olympic cross-country skier
She finished last, but the 33-year-old Miami-based doctor got the loudest cheers and received the warmest hugs from the three medal winners.
Are you ready for Super Bowl LX? Here’s what we’ve talked about at MND
Get ready for kickoff this Sunday: Catch up on Mexico News Daily's Mexico-related Super Bowl coverage on the avocado industry, Bad Bunny, Mexicans in Super Bowl history and more.
Robot dog pack will guard fans at Monterrey’s World Cup stadium
The mechanical canines won't be in physical contact with anyone, much less detain suspects, but rather provide an early-warning system so that human officers can work more efficiently.
Mexico and India eye tech investment, pharma deals in push to deepen trade ties
Science and tech took center stage at the talks, which are set to continue leading up to an in-person meeting with India's trade minister in late March.
CBP anti-drone laser reportedly triggered El Paso airspace closure
New reports contradict US State Department claims that a Mexican cartel drone triggered the unplanned shutdown, which temporarily froze operations at the El Paso airport.
Government urges measles vaccination as the ‘most contagious viral disease’ spreads in Mexico
Authorities stress that there is no cause for alarm, but urge those who have never received their two measles shots to get vaccinated at one of the centers that are being provided.
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.
Why moving to Monterrey might just be your Mexican dream
It may not be the first place in Mexico expats would think to move, but Monterrey has a lot going for it, including a very welcoming community.
Cutzamala, the Mexico City area’s main water supply system, is getting its first upgrade...
The system, which carries water from three México state dams to 5 million users in the Valley of Mexico and its surroundings, uses some of the largest pumping equipment in the world.
Space tech built to find water on Mars now tracks Mexico’s leaking pipes
At least 60% of Mexico’s drinking water disappears before reaching taps because of clandestine connections or leaks. Puebla-based Integrored is taking a bird's-eye approach to the problem.
Mexico commits to make yearly water deliveries to US after tariff threats
The 1944 water treaty remains in force, with Mexico agreeing to take steps to avoid a repeat of the recent non-compliance issues by making yearly minimum water deliveries.
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.
Mexico and India eye tech investment, pharma deals in push to deepen trade ties
Science and tech took center stage at the talks, which are set to continue leading up to an in-person meeting with India's trade minister in late March.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? The bilateral agriculture relationship
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas provides four reasons why Mexico is extraordinarily relevant to the U.S. agricultural industry.
Mexico, US agree to begin formal USMCA trade talks. Where does that leave Canada?
The talks will address rules of origin for industrial goods, critical minerals collaboration and trade policy alignment, as Mexico seeks to safeguard its crucial trade relationship with its northern neighbor.
Do Mexicans celebrate Valentine’s Day?
Impressing your Valentine's Day sweetie in Mexico City isn't difficult. You just need to follow a few simple steps.
Made in America: The Mexican gun crisis
The guns that that are smuggled over the border from the U.S. and that contribute to violence in Mexico have only grown in number in recent decades. Maria Meléndez explains why.
Opinion: Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance reaffirmed the life I’ve chosen here
Bad Bunny's performance didn't move Mexico expat Charlotte Smith because it was the best thing she'd ever seen; it moved her because everything about it felt true.
Mexico’s week in review: Cuba dispute escalates as Mexico faces security challenges at home
The honeymoon phase of Sheinbaum's presidency may coming to a close, with pressure ramping up over security problems at home and diplomatic disputes with the US abroad during the first week of February.
What to cook this February: Don’t miss out on these warming winter veggies
Looking for authentic Mexican comfort food on a cold night? We share quick, simple recipes featuring winter veggies and other tasty staples guaranteed to stave off the chill.
Why Flora Farms is Baja California Sur’s premier farm-to-table destination
Flora Farms organic produce provides ingredients for its acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant in San José del Cabo, but that's only one of the things that makes the business special.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? The bilateral agriculture relationship
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas provides four reasons why Mexico is extraordinarily relevant to the U.S. agricultural industry.
Churrería El Moro opens in Los Angeles, its second outpost in SoCal
Churrería El Moro, Mexico City’s most famous churro shop, opened its first store in Los Angeles, California, on Jan. 29, following the success of its Costa Mesa location.
