Saturday, September 13, 2025

A green Mexico under a gray United States

Rolling coal might be cool in the United States, but thankfully, says Sarah DeVries, Mexico takes environmentalism a lot more seriously.
Black Zapotec fruit from Mexico

Taste of Mexico: Zapote Negro

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Halfway between a dessert and a soft embrace, zapote negro is an iconic taste of Mexico, and a revelation for those who've never tried it.

MND Tutor | Chile en Nogada and Mexican independence

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Celebrate Mexican Independence, maybe try some great new food and learn Spanish as you go with MND Tutor!
News quiz

The MND News Quiz of the Week: September 13th

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Trash, tariffs and tourism: Have you been following the news this week?
Black Zapotec fruit from Mexico

Taste of Mexico: Zapote Negro

2
Halfway between a dessert and a soft embrace, zapote negro is an iconic taste of Mexico, and a revelation for those who've never tried it.

MND Tutor | Chile en Nogada and Mexican independence

0
Celebrate Mexican Independence, maybe try some great new food and learn Spanish as you go with MND Tutor!
News quiz

The MND News Quiz of the Week: September 13th

0
Trash, tariffs and tourism: Have you been following the news this week?
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Lounge chairs and the occasional tourist fill a beach shaded by palm trees in Tulum

Can Tulum get its groove back? A perspective from our CEO

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Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek digs into the mixed blessings of Tulum's development boom for this week's episode of "Confidently Wrong," an MND podcast.

A green Mexico under a gray United States

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Rolling coal might be cool in the United States, but thankfully, says Sarah DeVries, Mexico takes environmentalism a lot more seriously.

Cinematic Cabo: The best movies filmed in Los Cabos

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From Ancient Greece to González Iñárritu, Los Cabos has been beloved by Hollywood filmmakers for decades. Here are some of its most notable appearances.
three men in front of the Halcón aircraft

After nearly 70 years, a 100% Mexican-made airplane is cleared for takeoff 

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Mexico has a thriving aeronautics industry, making everything from turbines to fuselages. But it hadn't designed and built its own aircraft since the 1950s.
Reporters in the press pool raise their hands at President Sheinbaum's morning press conference

Mexicans should ‘be careful’ celebrating Independence Day in the US, Sheinbaum says: Friday’s mañanera...

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The president also confirmed an upcoming visit from Canada's prime minister and rejected a report on CIA operations in Mexico.
presdent sheinbaum in Sept 2025

Sheinbaum on the defense after China charges Mexico with enacting tariffs under US coercion

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While rejecting any "appeasement ... toward unilateral bullying” (a clear reference to Trump), the president indicated a willingness to negotiate.
A woman picks coffee beans

Veracruz coffee growers are not impressed with the government’s instant ‘Wellness Coffee’

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For one thing, instant coffee is a waste of Veracruz’s high-quality beans, some producers say.
A map of mexico showing clouds off the southwest coast and a circle indicating the location of Tropical Storm Mario

Tropical Storm Mario brings wind, rain and heavy waves to southwest Mexico

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Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán and Guerrero can expect heavy rain and wind thanks to this "mini" tropical storm.
peso coins on top of dollar bills

Peso hits a year’s best against the dollar in a strong week for Mexico’s economy

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A stronger peso, contained inflation, rosier growth forecasts and a rising stock market signaled a positive week for the Mexican economy.
Reporters in the press pool raise their hands at President Sheinbaum's morning press conference

Mexicans should ‘be careful’ celebrating Independence Day in the US, Sheinbaum says: Friday’s mañanera...

8
The president also confirmed an upcoming visit from Canada's prime minister and rejected a report on CIA operations in Mexico.
Isaac del Toro raises his hands in the air to celebrate winning a race

3 wins in 5 days confirm Mexican cyclist Isaac del Toro’s star status

2
The Baja California native is ony 21 but has already earned his place among cycling's elite with 15 major races won since turning pro last year, including the three this week in Italy.

If you love the Grand Canyon, then you’ll love Copper Canyon in Mexico

14
Nature, history and one of the world's most stunning train journeys: Welcome to Chihuahua.
Lounge chairs and the occasional tourist fill a beach shaded by palm trees in Tulum

Can Tulum get its groove back? A perspective from our CEO

1
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek digs into the mixed blessings of Tulum's development boom for this week's episode of "Confidently Wrong," an MND podcast.

A green Mexico under a gray United States

2
Rolling coal might be cool in the United States, but thankfully, says Sarah DeVries, Mexico takes environmentalism a lot more seriously.

Cinematic Cabo: The best movies filmed in Los Cabos

0
From Ancient Greece to González Iñárritu, Los Cabos has been beloved by Hollywood filmmakers for decades. Here are some of its most notable appearances.
three men in front of the Halcón aircraft

After nearly 70 years, a 100% Mexican-made airplane is cleared for takeoff 

0
Mexico has a thriving aeronautics industry, making everything from turbines to fuselages. But it hadn't designed and built its own aircraft since the 1950s.
Reporters in the press pool raise their hands at President Sheinbaum's morning press conference

Mexicans should ‘be careful’ celebrating Independence Day in the US, Sheinbaum says: Friday’s mañanera recapped

8
The president also confirmed an upcoming visit from Canada's prime minister and rejected a report on CIA operations in Mexico.
presdent sheinbaum in Sept 2025

Sheinbaum on the defense after China charges Mexico with enacting tariffs under US coercion

31
While rejecting any "appeasement ... toward unilateral bullying” (a clear reference to Trump), the president indicated a willingness to negotiate.
Lounge chairs and the occasional tourist fill a beach shaded by palm trees in Tulum

Can Tulum get its groove back? A perspective from our CEO

1
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek digs into the mixed blessings of Tulum's development boom for this week's episode of "Confidently Wrong," an MND podcast.
an aerial photo shows the terminal of Mexico City's canceled airport sinking into Lake Texcoco

Are you ‘Confidently Wrong’ about Mexican airports? An update from our CEO

10
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek shares the second episode of the new podcast "Confidently Wrong," now available on YouTube and Spotify.
A cartoon shows two men with the words "Confidently wrong about San Miguel de Allende" and the Mexico News Daily logo

Do you have friends or family who are ‘Confidently Wrong’ about Mexico? A perspective from...

34
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek introduces "Confidently Wrong," a new podcast that clears up misinformation about Mexico.
A banner reading MND kids

MND Kids, our most ambitious initiative yet: An update from our CEO

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Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek introduces MND Kids, an education offering designed for the young people who will shape Mexico's future.
presdent sheinbaum in Sept 2025

Sheinbaum on the defense after China charges Mexico with enacting tariffs under US coercion

31
While rejecting any "appeasement ... toward unilateral bullying” (a clear reference to Trump), the president indicated a willingness to negotiate.
Steering wheel of a BYD brand chinese electric car

Facing US pressure, Mexico to raise tariffs on Chinese cars to 50%

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Mexico will increase the tariff on Chinese cars to the maximum level permitted by the World Trade Organization, Economy Minister Ebrard said Wednesday.
A wall of import/export shipping containers

Good news for Trump: Mexico is planning to raise tariffs on Chinese imports

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Mexico's 2026 budget proposal includes increased tariffs on China, a move the Trump administration has been pushing since early this year.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.44
CAD
13.31
EUR
21.64
A woman picks coffee beans

Veracruz coffee growers are not impressed with the government’s instant ‘Wellness Coffee’

6
For one thing, instant coffee is a waste of Veracruz’s high-quality beans, some producers say.
peso coins on top of dollar bills

Peso hits a year’s best against the dollar in a strong week for Mexico’s economy

3
A stronger peso, contained inflation, rosier growth forecasts and a rising stock market signaled a positive week for the Mexican economy.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.44
CAD
13.31
EUR
21.64
President Sheinbaum at the podium of her daily press conference

A tragic accident in CDMX, the Kirk assassination and tariffs: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

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The president discussed a tragic explosion in Mexico City, US political violence, protectionism and Mexican Independence Day at her Thursday presser.
Sheinbaum mañanera 10 September 2025

Sheinbaum defends Navy’s investigation process after second military death in 1 week: Wednesday’s mañanera...

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The president scolded a reporter on Wednesday for the way he framed a question about the deaths of two Marines, which occurred days after military personnel were arrested in a major crackdown on the illegal fuel trade.

A green Mexico under a gray United States

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Rolling coal might be cool in the United States, but thankfully, says Sarah DeVries, Mexico takes environmentalism a lot more seriously.
A weight rack in a gym

Want to join a gym? Read this first

5
Gyms in Mexico aren't the only way to get fit, so break out into the streets (or pools) and get moving however you like!
Bars of Jabón Zote soap

Made in Mexico: Jabón Zote

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It wouldn't be a Mexican home without at least one bar of Jabón Zote, proudly made in the country for more than a century.
"Gracias por su visita, feliz viaje" reads a sign over a Mexican highway

International travel to Mexico jumps 12% in July

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Day-trippers, who make up nearly half of Mexico's international visitors, drove the trend.
Monterrey skyline

Viva announces MTY-NYC direct flight ahead of the World Cup

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The direct route will begin operations — for holiday travelers — on Dec. 13 and will resume permanently — for sports travelers — starting in the summer of 2026.
LAX international terminal

Viva to relaunch Los Angeles-Mérida this December

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The seasonal route will operate every Sunday during December and January, eventually becoming permanent sometime during the first half of 2026.
A weight rack in a gym

Want to join a gym? Read this first

5
Gyms in Mexico aren't the only way to get fit, so break out into the streets (or pools) and get moving however you like!
Bars of Jabón Zote soap

Made in Mexico: Jabón Zote

5
It wouldn't be a Mexican home without at least one bar of Jabón Zote, proudly made in the country for more than a century.
an aerial photo shows the terminal of Mexico City's canceled airport sinking into Lake Texcoco

Are you ‘Confidently Wrong’ about Mexican airports? An update from our CEO

10
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek shares the second episode of the new podcast "Confidently Wrong," now available on YouTube and Spotify.
A cartoon shows two men with the words "Confidently wrong about San Miguel de Allende" and the Mexico News Daily logo

Do you have friends or family who are ‘Confidently Wrong’ about Mexico? A perspective from...

34
Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek introduces "Confidently Wrong," a new podcast that clears up misinformation about Mexico.

Looking to buy in the Riviera Maya? Look out for these hidden costs!

0
Buying real estate in the Riviera Maya requires different fees, costs and ownership structures than in the U.S. Here's what you need to know.

Moving to Mexico? 5 reasons Baja California is easier than anywhere else (plus 1...

5
Moving to Baja California is (mostly) so much easier than you think, explains relocation expert Cheri Sicard.

Cinematic Cabo: The best movies filmed in Los Cabos

0
From Ancient Greece to González Iñárritu, Los Cabos has been beloved by Hollywood filmmakers for decades. Here are some of its most notable appearances.

Was the fall of Constantinople responsible for modern Mexico?

3
As the classical and modern worlds collided, did the Ottomans lead to the foundation of modern Mexico — and what does that mean for the country of today?
Press poster for the Canelo-Crawford fight, showing the boxers standing face to face with the Netflix logo

Canelo’s Saturday showdown with undefeated Terence Crawford won’t be on free TV in Mexico

2
The pride of Mexican boxing usually makes sure that his fights are televised on free TV in Mexico, but the middleweight championship bout on Saturday is for Netflix viewers only.
Women dancing at a party in Santa Rosa, Durango

Three homes, one heart: Returning to my Durango roots

0
However far away life takes you, there's no place like home — as one Mexican-American writer discovered.
Monterrey skyline

Viva announces MTY-NYC direct flight ahead of the World Cup

0
The direct route will begin operations — for holiday travelers — on Dec. 13 and will resume permanently — for sports travelers — starting in the summer of 2026.
LAX international terminal

Viva to relaunch Los Angeles-Mérida this December

0
The seasonal route will operate every Sunday during December and January, eventually becoming permanent sometime during the first half of 2026.
Chile en nogada in a blue and white bowl

Taste of Mexico: Chiles en Nogada

0
Independence Month means Chiles en Nogada. María Meléndez has history, recipes and a brand new take on a libertarian culinary classic.
A torta ahogada

Guadalajara celebrates one of its most iconic dishes: The torta ahogada

4
Highlights of the upcoming event include free tortas, mariachi music and cooking contests in downtown Guadalajara.
Two men shake hands in front of an Amazon logo in Mexico City

Amazon teams up with Mexico City to save water with tech-driven infrastructure upgrades

0
In addition to water savings, automation will allow the city to direct water to eastern CDMX, an area historically plagued by shortages.
Villa Victoria dam reservoir

Mexico City’s main water supply system at highest level in 5 years 

0
The capacity of the Cutzamala System had dropped under 50% as recently as last May, but the recent above-average rainfall has boosted its level to 70.7%.
A woman with outstretched arms

Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?

8
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?

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.
Black Zapotec fruit from Mexico

Taste of Mexico: Zapote Negro

2
Halfway between a dessert and a soft embrace, zapote negro is an iconic taste of Mexico, and a revelation for those who've never tried it.

Cinematic Cabo: The best movies filmed in Los Cabos

0
From Ancient Greece to González Iñárritu, Los Cabos has been beloved by Hollywood filmmakers for decades. Here are some of its most notable appearances.

Was the fall of Constantinople responsible for modern Mexico?

3
As the classical and modern worlds collided, did the Ottomans lead to the foundation of modern Mexico — and what does that mean for the country of today?
Isaac del Toro raises his hands in the air to celebrate winning a race

3 wins in 5 days confirm Mexican cyclist Isaac del Toro’s star status

2
The Baja California native is ony 21 but has already earned his place among cycling's elite with 15 major races won since turning pro last year, including the three this week in Italy.
Press poster for the Canelo-Crawford fight, showing the boxers standing face to face with the Netflix logo

Canelo’s Saturday showdown with undefeated Terence Crawford won’t be on free TV in Mexico

2
The pride of Mexican boxing usually makes sure that his fights are televised on free TV in Mexico, but the middleweight championship bout on Saturday is for Netflix viewers only.
Women dancing at a party in Santa Rosa, Durango

Three homes, one heart: Returning to my Durango roots

0
However far away life takes you, there's no place like home — as one Mexican-American writer discovered.
A soldier records the passage of Armed Forces helicopters during rehearsals for the Military Air Parade marking the 215th anniversary of the start of the Mexican War of Independence

Mexico’s week in review: Market confidence, China tariff hikes and military scandal

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Other headlines included a move by Peru to declare Mexico's president a persona non grata, a one-year high for the peso and fatal roadway accidents that left over 100 people wounded.
News quiz

The MND News Quiz of the Week: September 13th

0
Trash, tariffs and tourism: Have you been following the news this week?
presdent sheinbaum in Sept 2025

Sheinbaum on the defense after China charges Mexico with enacting tariffs under US coercion

31
While rejecting any "appeasement ... toward unilateral bullying” (a clear reference to Trump), the president indicated a willingness to negotiate.
A map of mexico showing clouds off the southwest coast and a circle indicating the location of Tropical Storm Mario

Tropical Storm Mario brings wind, rain and heavy waves to southwest Mexico

1
Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán and Guerrero can expect heavy rain and wind thanks to this "mini" tropical storm.

Careyes: Community at the Heart of Costalegre’s Future

3
In one of Mexico's most rapidly developing landscapes, Careyes offers a glimpse of a new Mexico and one that is attracting residents from across the globe.

Looking to buy in the Riviera Maya? Look out for these hidden costs!

0
Buying real estate in the Riviera Maya requires different fees, costs and ownership structures than in the U.S. Here's what you need to know.

Moving to Mexico? 5 reasons Baja California is easier than anywhere else (plus 1...

5
Moving to Baja California is (mostly) so much easier than you think, explains relocation expert Cheri Sicard.
Manchas, Mexico's water leak-detecting dog

Meet Manchas, the leak-detecting dog saving Saltillo’s water supply

2
Manchas is trained to detect the exact spot of a leak in a 400-meter stretch of pipeline, whereupon he lies down, telling water authorities exactly where to start digging.
Two men shake hands in front of an Amazon logo in Mexico City

Amazon teams up with Mexico City to save water with tech-driven infrastructure upgrades

0
In addition to water savings, automation will allow the city to direct water to eastern CDMX, an area historically plagued by shortages.
Villa Victoria dam reservoir

Mexico City’s main water supply system at highest level in 5 years 

0
The capacity of the Cutzamala System had dropped under 50% as recently as last May, but the recent above-average rainfall has boosted its level to 70.7%.
A medical device at a Los Cabos hospital

A guide to medical tourism in Los Cabos

2
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.
A woman with outstretched arms

Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?

8
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?

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.
presdent sheinbaum in Sept 2025

Sheinbaum on the defense after China charges Mexico with enacting tariffs under US coercion

31
While rejecting any "appeasement ... toward unilateral bullying” (a clear reference to Trump), the president indicated a willingness to negotiate.
Steering wheel of a BYD brand chinese electric car

Facing US pressure, Mexico to raise tariffs on Chinese cars to 50%

20
Mexico will increase the tariff on Chinese cars to the maximum level permitted by the World Trade Organization, Economy Minister Ebrard said Wednesday.
A wall of import/export shipping containers

Good news for Trump: Mexico is planning to raise tariffs on Chinese imports

11
Mexico's 2026 budget proposal includes increased tariffs on China, a move the Trump administration has been pushing since early this year.
Reporters in the press pool raise their hands at President Sheinbaum's morning press conference

Mexicans should ‘be careful’ celebrating Independence Day in the US, Sheinbaum says: Friday’s mañanera...

8
The president also confirmed an upcoming visit from Canada's prime minister and rejected a report on CIA operations in Mexico.
Isaac del Toro raises his hands in the air to celebrate winning a race

3 wins in 5 days confirm Mexican cyclist Isaac del Toro’s star status

2
The Baja California native is ony 21 but has already earned his place among cycling's elite with 15 major races won since turning pro last year, including the three this week in Italy.

If you love the Grand Canyon, then you’ll love Copper Canyon in Mexico

14
Nature, history and one of the world's most stunning train journeys: Welcome to Chihuahua.
Workers install scaffolding in front of a giant Mexican flag

Mexico’s week in review: Bilateral tension and cooperation on display as Mexico welcomes its...

2
Other headlines included canceled Mexican Independence celebrations in the U.S., a new Mexican unicorn startup and a win for jaguar conservation.
Black Zapotec fruit from Mexico

Taste of Mexico: Zapote Negro

2
Halfway between a dessert and a soft embrace, zapote negro is an iconic taste of Mexico, and a revelation for those who've never tried it.
Chile en nogada in a blue and white bowl

Taste of Mexico: Chiles en Nogada

0
Independence Month means Chiles en Nogada. María Meléndez has history, recipes and a brand new take on a libertarian culinary classic.
A torta ahogada

Guadalajara celebrates one of its most iconic dishes: The torta ahogada

4
Highlights of the upcoming event include free tortas, mariachi music and cooking contests in downtown Guadalajara.

From Lebanon to La Condesa: Lebanese food and culture in the capital

2
Some of Mexico's earliest foreign arrivals, the Lebanese have made a home in their new country, bring life, color and of course, great food (but no, they didn't invent tacos al pastor).