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Safe to visit or not? The truth about traveling to Guerrero, Mexico
Despite warnings from foreign governments, Guerrero has a lot to offer visitors to the lush Pacific coast.
Why it’s news that Sheinbaum flew coach class to Spain: A perspective from our CEO
On Friday, President Sheinbaum once again traveled internationally in an economy seat, this time to Barcelona, Spain. CEO of MND Travis Bembenek reflects on the leadership and "breath of fresh air" that this exemplifies by a president of Mexico, or any country in the world.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: April 18
Airlines, animals and archeologists: How well have you been paying attention to the headlines this week?
Safe to visit or not? The truth about traveling to Guerrero, Mexico
Despite warnings from foreign governments, Guerrero has a lot to offer visitors to the lush Pacific coast.
Why it’s news that Sheinbaum flew coach class to Spain: A perspective from our...
On Friday, President Sheinbaum once again traveled internationally in an economy seat, this time to Barcelona, Spain. CEO of MND Travis Bembenek reflects on the leadership and "breath of fresh air" that this exemplifies by a president of Mexico, or any country in the world.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: April 18
Airlines, animals and archeologists: How well have you been paying attention to the headlines this week?
What can go wrong in a real estate transaction in Mexico (and how to...
Mexican real estate transactions should be simple and uncomplicated, but there are steps you can take to avoid unexpected issues.
Introducing MND’s most ambitious initiative yet, MND Insights: A message from our CEO
MND is launching new series of indexes on safety, health care, the peso, the economy and Sheinbaum — giving readers clearer data to understand and debate Mexico’s biggest questions.
MND Tutor | Charreria
This week, we learn about Mexico's cowboy culture, as we lasso the finer points of the Spanish language.
Val’Quirico, Mexico’s Italian-inspired getaway
The flagship of the "Kingdoms of Mexico" program, Val'Quirico, a European style getaway in the heart of Mexico, has become a uniquely popular tourist destination.
Coming home to Mexico
The U.S. has a lot going for it, especially when it comes to the enormous variety in grocery stores. But Sarah DeVries loves coming home to Mexico even more.
From celebrity custody battle to Congress: Cazzu’s Law seeks to prevent absent parents from...
Requiring both parents to approve their child's travel is meant to prevent parental kidnapping. But it is often used by absent fathers to control both their child and ex.
After a Mexico City suburb euthanized 11,000 street dogs, Sheinbaum demands a review
The former mayor of Tecamac, México state, now a federal senator, authorized the killings from 2019 to 2023, saying the dogs were in "deplorable" health or proven dangerous.
After weeks of denials, Pemex admits responsibility for Gulf Coast oil spill
Three high-ranking officials have now been fired over the cover-up, and a complaint was submitted to the Federal Attorney General’s Office to determine criminal liability.
Netflix lands exclusive Mexican streaming deal for the Gold Cup tournament, Nations League Finals
The two premier regional tournaments in North America will now be seen only on Netflix, as major soccer events in the Western Hemisphere move away from free television viewing.
Which Mexican states have the most popular governors?
From Querétaro's beloved Gov. Kuri to the deeply unpopular Gov. Monreal of Zacatecas, see where your state leader ranks.
Meet Yuji, the abandoned baby monkey stealing hearts at the Guadalajara Zoo
Yuji joins Punch, a baby macaque in Japan, and Linh Mai, an Asian elephant calf in Washington, as newborns rejected by their mothers but adopted by animal experts and an adoring public.
Mexico in numbers: Mexico’s biggest and smallest states
Why does Oaxaca have more than 100 times more municipalities than Baja California Sur? Here's a hint: It's not about size. Find the answer in this week's edition of "Mexico in numbers
What can go wrong in a real estate transaction in Mexico (and how to avoid it)
Mexican real estate transactions should be simple and uncomplicated, but there are steps you can take to avoid unexpected issues.
Introducing MND’s most ambitious initiative yet, MND Insights: A message from our CEO
MND is launching new series of indexes on safety, health care, the peso, the economy and Sheinbaum — giving readers clearer data to understand and debate Mexico’s biggest questions.
MND Tutor | Charreria
This week, we learn about Mexico's cowboy culture, as we lasso the finer points of the Spanish language.
Val’Quirico, Mexico’s Italian-inspired getaway
The flagship of the "Kingdoms of Mexico" program, Val'Quirico, a European style getaway in the heart of Mexico, has become a uniquely popular tourist destination.
Coming home to Mexico
The U.S. has a lot going for it, especially when it comes to the enormous variety in grocery stores. But Sarah DeVries loves coming home to Mexico even more.
From celebrity custody battle to Congress: Cazzu’s Law seeks to prevent absent parents from blocking children’s travel
Requiring both parents to approve their child's travel is meant to prevent parental kidnapping. But it is often used by absent fathers to control both their child and ex.
Flex is making a billion-dollar bet on AI manufacturing in Mexico
The diversified manufacturing partner has invested US $2.3 billion in Mexico over the last decade, but this latest injection of funds is meant to take its role in Mexico's tech sector to a new level.
Why it’s news that Sheinbaum flew coach class to Spain: A perspective from our...
On Friday, President Sheinbaum once again traveled internationally in an economy seat, this time to Barcelona, Spain. CEO of MND Travis Bembenek reflects on the leadership and "breath of fresh air" that this exemplifies by a president of Mexico, or any country in the world.
Introducing MND’s most ambitious initiative yet, MND Insights: A message from our CEO
MND is launching new series of indexes on safety, health care, the peso, the economy and Sheinbaum — giving readers clearer data to understand and debate Mexico’s biggest questions.
If you know where to look, Mexico is changing quickly: A perspective from our...
Between high-tech exports, shrinking family sizes and an increasingly positive economic outlook, Mexico's future is brighter than ever, CEO Travis Bembenek writes.
How safe really is Mexico for expats? A message from Travis Bembenek, CEO of Mexico...
Mexico News Daily introduces a new initiative to provide real answers to the perennial question of safety in Mexico, based on the experiences people who actually live here.
Mexico, US advance critical minerals pact ahead of their inclusion in the USMCA review
Managing minerals critical for modern manufacturing, such as lithium and copper for electric vehicle production, are high priorities for both the Sheinbaum and Trump administrations.
Nearshoring drives Mexico back into top 20 for foreign investment, but challenges remain
Mexico wasn't even on the list three years ago, but has now shot up to No. 19. Challenges remain, however, the most pressing of which is lagging technical innovation.
China threatens retaliation over Mexico’s tariff hikes
Beijing warned Mexico it reserves the right to retaliate after an official probe found Mexico's sweeping tariff hikes on Chinese goods constitute trade and investment barriers.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.31
CAD
12.56
EUR
20.38
Setback for Mexico: Canadian court reopens US $270 million NAFTA case against Pemex
The Canadian court revived a NAFTA-era dispute that could cost Mexico hundreds of millions of dollars and has already cost a Mexican company its very existence.
Opinion: What would a regional utopia look like? Part 4
We are leaving money, innovation and jobs on the table because we keep politicizing the issue of labor flows between Mexico and the United States. In his latest article, Pedro Casas of AmCham explains why we need efficient talent migration to compete as a region.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.31
CAD
12.56
EUR
20.38
The AIFA train’s inauguration and a possible papal visit: Friday’s mañanera recapped
Interior Minister Rodríguez led Friday's presser in the president's stead, reporting on the return of 200,000 Mexicans from the U.S. and a possible visit from the pope, among other topics.
Which Mexican states have the most popular governors?
From Querétaro's beloved Gov. Kuri to the deeply unpopular Gov. Monreal of Zacatecas, see where your state leader ranks.
Why it’s news that Sheinbaum flew coach class to Spain: A...
On Friday, President Sheinbaum once again traveled internationally in an economy seat, this time to Barcelona, Spain. CEO of MND Travis Bembenek reflects on the leadership and "breath of fresh air" that this exemplifies by a president of Mexico, or any country in the world.
False friends: Spanish and English words that look similar, but have different meanings
Spanish and English have words that appear similar. But over time, their meanings have evolved, making them tricky for those learning a new language.
Mexican dad jokes: Harder than ours
Somewhere between cringe humor and the glorious double entendre sits the ultimate art form: The Mexican dad joke.
Mexico launches Universal Health Service registration, starting with elderly
Mexico's new Universal Health Service will allow patients to seek care at any public health institution — IMSS, ISSSTE, or IMSS Bienestar — when cross-institutional services launch in January 2027.
Safe to visit or not? The truth about traveling to Guerrero, Mexico
Despite warnings from foreign governments, Guerrero has a lot to offer visitors to the lush Pacific coast.
Val’Quirico, Mexico’s Italian-inspired getaway
The flagship of the "Kingdoms of Mexico" program, Val'Quirico, a European style getaway in the heart of Mexico, has become a uniquely popular tourist destination.
Viva to connect Mexico City and Monterrey with JFK’s New Terminal One
Viva is the first Latin American airline to land a spot at JFK's massive new terminal in New York, launching nonstop routes to Mexico City’s AIFA and Monterrey as the hub opens in phases.
Mexican dad jokes: Harder than ours
Somewhere between cringe humor and the glorious double entendre sits the ultimate art form: The Mexican dad joke.
Mexico launches Universal Health Service registration, starting with elderly
Mexico's new Universal Health Service will allow patients to seek care at any public health institution — IMSS, ISSSTE, or IMSS Bienestar — when cross-institutional services launch in January 2027.
Introducing MND’s most ambitious initiative yet, MND Insights: A message from our CEO
MND is launching new series of indexes on safety, health care, the peso, the economy and Sheinbaum — giving readers clearer data to understand and debate Mexico’s biggest questions.
If you know where to look, Mexico is changing quickly: A perspective from our...
Between high-tech exports, shrinking family sizes and an increasingly positive economic outlook, Mexico's future is brighter than ever, CEO Travis Bembenek writes.
What homeowners should know before selling property in Mexico
Buying and selling property in Mexico are different processes, but with each its important to get the details right ... and to find the right real estate agent.
Highest housing prices in Mexico? That would be Mexico City, Baja California Sur and...
The average price of a house in Mexico is 1.86 million pesos (US $104,323). In Mexico City, that average more than doubles. And if you really want to live in a beach resort community, well, those averages don't apply.
Why is the Gelman art collection so controversial?
Since the death of the Gelmans, controversy has surrounded whether their iconic collection of art can leave the country, and for how long.
Made in Mexico: Charrería
Charrería is an iconic part of Mexican cultural identity, in addition to the equestrian competition being formally identified as the country's national sport.
MND Local: The long, sad decline of the vaquita porpoise, and its last remaining...
Mexico's rarest marine animal continues to slide inexorably towards extinction, unless last-ditch conservation attempts can prove successful.
‘Whales or gas’: Opposition builds against LNG projects in Gulf of California
A liquified natural gas project that would use the Gulf of California as a shipping lane threatens massive and irreversible environmental damage. But artists and activists are fighting back.
Val’Quirico, Mexico’s Italian-inspired getaway
The flagship of the "Kingdoms of Mexico" program, Val'Quirico, a European style getaway in the heart of Mexico, has become a uniquely popular tourist destination.
Viva to connect Mexico City and Monterrey with JFK’s New Terminal One
Viva is the first Latin American airline to land a spot at JFK's massive new terminal in New York, launching nonstop routes to Mexico City’s AIFA and Monterrey as the hub opens in phases.
Chocolate adventures in the Yucatán Peninsula
Peggy Sijswerda and husband Pete went in search of chocolate-flavored enchantment in Yucatán, Mexico and Belize, and found plenty of it.
Michoacán town makes Guinness World Record-breaking guacamole
In a mashing and mixing session that lasted approximately two and a half hours, 800 volunteers produced a giant vat of green guacamole weighing over 7 tonnes in Tancítaro, Michoacán.
Mexico City’s traditional agricultural canals are at risk of disappearing. Meet the activists trying...
Mexico's City's Xochimilco chinampas agricultural canals are polluted and at risk of disappearing, but 89-year-old activist Abuela Amalia and a new summit of community leaders are determined to save them.
Building materials company Holcim to invest US $20M in its water conservation strategy
To date, Holcim has cut its water extraction volume by 58% by increasing the use of treated wastewater, recirculation technologies and predictive maintenance, which it implements at 71% of its plants in Mexico.
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.
Exvotos, the quirky Mexican way to obtain miracles
Small paintings called exvotos are a traditional way to say thank you to saints and other Catholic religious figures in Mexico, and they have been popular for a very long time.
Why is the Gelman art collection so controversial?
Since the death of the Gelmans, controversy has surrounded whether their iconic collection of art can leave the country, and for how long.
Made in Mexico: Charrería
Charrería is an iconic part of Mexican cultural identity, in addition to the equestrian competition being formally identified as the country's national sport.
Netflix lands exclusive Mexican streaming deal for the Gold Cup tournament, Nations League Finals
The two premier regional tournaments in North America will now be seen only on Netflix, as major soccer events in the Western Hemisphere move away from free television viewing.
MND Local: The long, sad decline of the vaquita porpoise, and its last remaining hope to avoid extinction
Mexico's rarest marine animal continues to slide inexorably towards extinction, unless last-ditch conservation attempts can prove successful.
‘Whales or gas’: Opposition builds against LNG projects in Gulf of California
A liquified natural gas project that would use the Gulf of California as a shipping lane threatens massive and irreversible environmental damage. But artists and activists are fighting back.
Mexico’s week in review: USMCA talks advance as Pemex admits to Gulf oil spill...
This week in Mexico, USMCA talks advanced, Pemex admitted to a major oil spill and Sheinbaum made Time's most influential list — here are this week's top stories.
Introducing MND’s most ambitious initiative yet, MND Insights: A message from our CEO
MND is launching new series of indexes on safety, health care, the peso, the economy and Sheinbaum — giving readers clearer data to understand and debate Mexico’s biggest questions.
From celebrity custody battle to Congress: Cazzu’s Law seeks to prevent absent parents from...
Requiring both parents to approve their child's travel is meant to prevent parental kidnapping. But it is often used by absent fathers to control both their child and ex.
After a Mexico City suburb euthanized 11,000 street dogs, Sheinbaum demands a review
The former mayor of Tecamac, México state, now a federal senator, authorized the killings from 2019 to 2023, saying the dogs were in "deplorable" health or proven dangerous.
What can go wrong in a real estate transaction in Mexico (and how to...
Mexican real estate transactions should be simple and uncomplicated, but there are steps you can take to avoid unexpected issues.
What homeowners should know before selling property in Mexico
Buying and selling property in Mexico are different processes, but with each its important to get the details right ... and to find the right real estate agent.
Highest housing prices in Mexico? That would be Mexico City, Baja California Sur and...
The average price of a house in Mexico is 1.86 million pesos (US $104,323). In Mexico City, that average more than doubles. And if you really want to live in a beach resort community, well, those averages don't apply.
On the ground with the Guadalajara water crisis
Protests continue in Guadalajara, despite the recent firing of the head of Guadalajara's water agency amid an ongoing water crisis.
Mexico City’s traditional agricultural canals are at risk of disappearing. Meet the activists trying...
Mexico's City's Xochimilco chinampas agricultural canals are polluted and at risk of disappearing, but 89-year-old activist Abuela Amalia and a new summit of community leaders are determined to save them.
Building materials company Holcim to invest US $20M in its water conservation strategy
To date, Holcim has cut its water extraction volume by 58% by increasing the use of treated wastewater, recirculation technologies and predictive maintenance, which it implements at 71% of its plants in Mexico.
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, US advance critical minerals pact ahead of their inclusion in the USMCA review
Managing minerals critical for modern manufacturing, such as lithium and copper for electric vehicle production, are high priorities for both the Sheinbaum and Trump administrations.
Nearshoring drives Mexico back into top 20 for foreign investment, but challenges remain
Mexico wasn't even on the list three years ago, but has now shot up to No. 19. Challenges remain, however, the most pressing of which is lagging technical innovation.
China threatens retaliation over Mexico’s tariff hikes
Beijing warned Mexico it reserves the right to retaliate after an official probe found Mexico's sweeping tariff hikes on Chinese goods constitute trade and investment barriers.
Which Mexican states have the most popular governors?
From Querétaro's beloved Gov. Kuri to the deeply unpopular Gov. Monreal of Zacatecas, see where your state leader ranks.
Meet Yuji, the abandoned baby monkey stealing hearts at the Guadalajara Zoo
Yuji joins Punch, a baby macaque in Japan, and Linh Mai, an Asian elephant calf in Washington, as newborns rejected by their mothers but adopted by animal experts and an adoring public.
Mexico in numbers: Mexico’s biggest and smallest states
Why does Oaxaca have more than 100 times more municipalities than Baja California Sur? Here's a hint: It's not about size. Find the answer in this week's edition of "Mexico in numbers
Michoacán town makes Guinness World Record-breaking guacamole
In a mashing and mixing session that lasted approximately two and a half hours, 800 volunteers produced a giant vat of green guacamole weighing over 7 tonnes in Tancítaro, Michoacán.
How AI wants to change agriculture in Mexico
New investment in AI-powered tools could help transform agricultural efficiency in Mexico and Latin America, and one new platform is aiming to help farmers hit it big.
Chocolate adventures in the Yucatán Peninsula
Peggy Sijswerda and husband Pete went in search of chocolate-flavored enchantment in Yucatán, Mexico and Belize, and found plenty of it.
Michoacán town makes Guinness World Record-breaking guacamole
In a mashing and mixing session that lasted approximately two and a half hours, 800 volunteers produced a giant vat of green guacamole weighing over 7 tonnes in Tancítaro, Michoacán.
3 authentic Mexican recipes (and secret cooking tips) from my abuelita
Ever wanted to know how to make authentic Mexican frijoles refritos? MND writer Gaby Solis shares her grandmother's recipe, plus recipes for chilaquiles and other Mexican comfort foods.
