What does an aging population mean for Mexico?

Mexico is looking at an increasingly aging population, with more people over 60 than under 12 by 2034. Is the country ready? Are those of us who are aging ready?
Isaac del Toro

Mexican cycling star Isaac del Toro racks up another win ahead of his Tour de France debut

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The Ensenada native, just 23 and in only his third year as a rofessional with the UAE Team Emirates, has never competed in cycling's premier event, but his recent successes bode well.
Hwang Inbeom

Mexican military takes down drone apparently surveilling South Korean soccer team in Guadalajara

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Though it may have been just a mind game, the drone appeared to be spying on the South Korea team's practice session before its Thursday group match against Mexico.
The Mexico-US border wall cuts through an arid mountainous landscape

Mexico in Numbers: 10 facts about the Mexico-US border

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From its 3,145-kilometer length to the millions of people who cross it each day, here are 10 numbers that reveal how remarkable — and complex — the Mexico-US border really is.
Isaac del Toro

Mexican cycling star Isaac del Toro racks up another win ahead of his Tour...

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The Ensenada native, just 23 and in only his third year as a rofessional with the UAE Team Emirates, has never competed in cycling's premier event, but his recent successes bode well.
Hwang Inbeom

Mexican military takes down drone apparently surveilling South Korean soccer team in Guadalajara

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Though it may have been just a mind game, the drone appeared to be spying on the South Korea team's practice session before its Thursday group match against Mexico.
The Mexico-US border wall cuts through an arid mountainous landscape

Mexico in Numbers: 10 facts about the Mexico-US border

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From its 3,145-kilometer length to the millions of people who cross it each day, here are 10 numbers that reveal how remarkable — and complex — the Mexico-US border really is.
Mexico skyline

Institutional inefficiency and judicial uncertainty drag Mexico down in new competitiveness ranking 

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Despite strong scores in employment, Mexico dropped from a high of 50th in 2019 to 62nd, behind Chile, Argentina, Colombia and Peru, but ahead of Brazil and Venezuela.
US Vice President JD Vance speaks into a microphone

Vance: US reserves ‘the right’ to take military action against cartels in Mexico

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The US won't rule out striking drug cartels on Mexican soil, Vance said — even as Sheinbaum insists it's a red line that won't be crossed.
Hunters point guns in a grassy Tamaulipas plain

Nuevo Laredo looks to turn hunting ranches into ecotourism destinations

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A border city known for deer hunting wants to keep visitors coming year-round — by turning its hunting ranches into places to watch birds, hike and unplug.
President Sheinbaum at her morning press conference

Sheinbaum brushes off Trump’s cartel claims, sets meeting with King of Spain: Thursday’s mañanera...

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At her daily presser, the president brushed off Trump's G7 criticisms of Mexico, confirmed plans to meet the King of Spain and wished El Tri luck against South Korea.
Comedian performing in Woko Comedy Club in Mexico City's Condesa neighborhood

Lost in translation? Not at Mexico City’s upcoming bilingual CDMX Comedy Fest

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In one of the most anticipated events this month, Mexico City's best comedians will perform in two languages across six venues as part of the CDMX Comedy Fest.
Spicy salsas in Mexico

In town for the World Cup?: Why you should eat spicy salsa while you’re...

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There's a reason why chile peppers are found in virtually every Mexican dish, and why every visitor to the country should experience their spicy flavors: they're literally a gift from the gods.
Rain

As a storm system forms in the Gulf, rain pummels Mexico’s north and east

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The odds of the Gulf system deveioping into a hurricane are low to moderate, but the rains are already causing problems, including in Monterrey where the FIFA Fan Fest Monday had to be canceled.
Colombian fans

Thousands of Colombian fans make their jovial presence felt in Mexico City

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The exuberant Colombians gathered near the Angel of Independence, bathing Paseo de la Reforma in yellow, and offering nothing but kind words about Mexico and its people.
Rocket flying into space

Mexico and South Korea partnering on plan to build space launch pads

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The collaboration between the Mexican Space Agency (AEM) and the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) is part of the 2026-2030 Mexican Space Plan.
Rocket flying into space

Mexico and South Korea partnering on plan to build space launch pads

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The collaboration between the Mexican Space Agency (AEM) and the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) is part of the 2026-2030 Mexican Space Plan.

The results of our inaugural MND Mexico Healthcare Experience Survey™

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We polled over 700 foreigners from across Mexico about their experience using private healthcare — and found surprising results. Read more here!
Julián Quiñones celebrates after scoring the first goal of the 2026 FIFA world cup

He was named player of the match after scoring the first goal of the...

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Julián Quiñones is making a name for himself as one of the Mexican national team's up and coming stars.
generic doctor

How to check if your English-speaking doctor in Mexico City is actually licensed

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It's hard enough finding an English-speaking doctor (or other professional) and it's even harder to verify if they are legally licensed. For Mexico City residents, there's a service that does it for you.
Corona Extra beer cans on ice

Mexico in Numbers: Mexican beer from coronitas to caguamones

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Mexico News Daily explores the numbers behind the nation's favorite drink — just in time for the World Cup.
Mexico skyline

Institutional inefficiency and judicial uncertainty drag Mexico down in new competitiveness ranking 

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Despite strong scores in employment, Mexico dropped from a high of 50th in 2019 to 62nd, behind Chile, Argentina, Colombia and Peru, but ahead of Brazil and Venezuela.
US Vice President JD Vance speaks into a microphone

Vance: US reserves ‘the right’ to take military action against cartels in Mexico

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The US won't rule out striking drug cartels on Mexican soil, Vance said — even as Sheinbaum insists it's a red line that won't be crossed.
Hunters point guns in a grassy Tamaulipas plain

Nuevo Laredo looks to turn hunting ranches into ecotourism destinations

0
A border city known for deer hunting wants to keep visitors coming year-round — by turning its hunting ranches into places to watch birds, hike and unplug.
President Sheinbaum at her morning press conference

Sheinbaum brushes off Trump’s cartel claims, sets meeting with King of Spain: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

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At her daily presser, the president brushed off Trump's G7 criticisms of Mexico, confirmed plans to meet the King of Spain and wished El Tri luck against South Korea.
Comedian performing in Woko Comedy Club in Mexico City's Condesa neighborhood

Lost in translation? Not at Mexico City’s upcoming bilingual CDMX Comedy Fest

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In one of the most anticipated events this month, Mexico City's best comedians will perform in two languages across six venues as part of the CDMX Comedy Fest.
Spicy salsas in Mexico

In town for the World Cup?: Why you should eat spicy salsa while you’re here

0
There's a reason why chile peppers are found in virtually every Mexican dish, and why every visitor to the country should experience their spicy flavors: they're literally a gift from the gods.
Mexico skyline

Institutional inefficiency and judicial uncertainty drag Mexico down in new competitiveness...

1
Despite strong scores in employment, Mexico dropped from a high of 50th in 2019 to 62nd, behind Chile, Argentina, Colombia and Peru, but ahead of Brazil and Venezuela.
Soccer fans enjoy Germany vs. Curaçao from Mexico City's Chapultepec Park on Sunday.

Leading media outlets should be ashamed at their World Cup coverage of Mexico: A...

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CEO of MND Travis Bembenek makes a study of the alarmist World Cup headlines coming out of Mexico and why this type of journalism persists.
A natural gas pipeline (fracking concept)

The time is now for Mexico to go all in on fracking: A perspective...

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Mexico sits on a geologic formation similar to the Permian Basin — yet produces 100 times less. MND's CEO makes the case for fracking as a historic economic opportunity.
A beach filled with palm trees and beach chairs

Does Mexico need more tourists? A perspective from our CEO

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Mexico has 48 million tourists a year and room for millions more. MND's CEO breaks down the numbers — and talks strategy with Mexico's federal tourism minister.
A welder works in a metal shop in Mexico

Productivity brings prosperity: Is Mexico really failing at both? A perspective from our CEO

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Mexico's exports are surging, wages have doubled and poverty is falling — so why has per capita GDP and productivity barely budged in 25 years?
A portrait of President Claudia Sheinbaum

‘Confidently Wrong about President Sheinbaum’s Performance’: A new podcast episode by Mexico News Daily

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How is Sheinbaum really doing? CEO Travis Bembenek breaks down the numbers behind Mexico News Daily's Sheinbaum Index this week on 'Confidently Wrong.'
Hwang Inbeom

Mexican military takes down drone apparently surveilling South Korean soccer team in Guadalajara

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Though it may have been just a mind game, the drone appeared to be spying on the South Korea team's practice session before its Thursday group match against Mexico.
Colombian fans

Thousands of Colombian fans make their jovial presence felt in Mexico City

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The exuberant Colombians gathered near the Angel of Independence, bathing Paseo de la Reforma in yellow, and offering nothing but kind words about Mexico and its people.
Patrons of a bar celebrate a World Cup match

Mexico City got a US $70M boost from first World Cup weekend

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This economic boost was driven by the tourism, consumer and entertainment sectors, particularly by increased hotel occupancy, food and beverage sales and sporting goods purchases.
Merlin World Cup duck

Merlin, the World Cup Duck, may be the Mexican team’s biggest fan

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The green-clad webfoot has become such a favorite at fan gatherings — as well as on social media — that even FIFA has embraced Mexico's unofficial World Cup mascot.
Patrons of a bar celebrate a World Cup match

Mexico City got a US $70M boost from first World Cup weekend

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This economic boost was driven by the tourism, consumer and entertainment sectors, particularly by increased hotel occupancy, food and beverage sales and sporting goods purchases.

Many Mexican fans are running up debt to attend World Cup matches

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After 40 years, Mexicans finally have another chance to attend World Cup matches in their own country. But ticket prices have soared so much that they're relying heavily on credit to do it.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.40
CAD
12.29
EUR
19.87
President Sheinbaum at her morning press conference

Sheinbaum brushes off Trump’s cartel claims, sets meeting with King of Spain: Thursday’s mañanera...

0
At her daily presser, the president brushed off Trump's G7 criticisms of Mexico, confirmed plans to meet the King of Spain and wished El Tri luck against South Korea.
The director of the CFE said on Wednesday that during Sheinbaum's term, 17,106 electricity projects have already been built. She highlighted that the number — achieved in just 20 months — is higher than the total number of projects completed in the 2006-12 and 2012-18 terms of government.

CFE announces goal of bringing power to 99.9% of Mexico before 2030: Wednesday’s mañanera...

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The president's Energy Cabinet on Wednesday shared that the government has already completed one-third of the more than 45,000 electricity projects planned during Sheinbaum's six-year term.
Mexico faces the prospect of an increasingly elderly population

What does an aging population mean for Mexico?

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Mexico is looking at an increasingly aging population, with more people over 60 than under 12 by 2034. Is the country ready? Are those of us who are aging ready?
generic doctor

How to check if your English-speaking doctor in Mexico City is actually licensed

5
It's hard enough finding an English-speaking doctor (or other professional) and it's even harder to verify if they are legally licensed. For Mexico City residents, there's a service that does it for you.
Two uniformed Mexican navy personnel at the helm of a Mexican navy ship. One man has his hand resting on the ship's steering wheel

Honor, fun and an uninvited guest: Celebrating Mexico’s National Navy Day in Cozumel

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On June 1, retired Australian Royal Navy servicemember Bel Woodhouse got to experience how Mexicans in Cozumel celebrate the nation's holiday honoring Mexico's Navy — and had a blast!
Hunters point guns in a grassy Tamaulipas plain

Nuevo Laredo looks to turn hunting ranches into ecotourism destinations

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A border city known for deer hunting wants to keep visitors coming year-round — by turning its hunting ranches into places to watch birds, hike and unplug.
Estadio CIudad de Mexico June 10

World Cup windfall has yet to land, as hotel occupancy in CDMX, GDL and MTY falls short

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The business community places the blame squarely on the government, citing overly ambitious projections and underpreparedness in infrastructure improvements.

Here are all the major airport upgrades in Mexico in 2026 so far

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It has been a record year for airport renovations in Mexico, with World Cup host cities Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara all receiving them, as well as more than a dozen other regional hubs that needed to keep pace with growing demand.
generic doctor

How to check if your English-speaking doctor in Mexico City is actually licensed

5
It's hard enough finding an English-speaking doctor (or other professional) and it's even harder to verify if they are legally licensed. For Mexico City residents, there's a service that does it for you.
Two uniformed Mexican navy personnel at the helm of a Mexican navy ship. One man has his hand resting on the ship's steering wheel

Honor, fun and an uninvited guest: Celebrating Mexico’s National Navy Day in Cozumel

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On June 1, retired Australian Royal Navy servicemember Bel Woodhouse got to experience how Mexicans in Cozumel celebrate the nation's holiday honoring Mexico's Navy — and had a blast!
A natural gas pipeline (fracking concept)

The time is now for Mexico to go all in on fracking: A perspective...

20
Mexico sits on a geologic formation similar to the Permian Basin — yet produces 100 times less. MND's CEO makes the case for fracking as a historic economic opportunity.
A beach filled with palm trees and beach chairs

Does Mexico need more tourists? A perspective from our CEO

15
Mexico has 48 million tourists a year and room for millions more. MND's CEO breaks down the numbers — and talks strategy with Mexico's federal tourism minister.
Guadalajara Stadium (Estadio Akron)

MND Local: FIFA World Cup security plans announced for Guadalajara, while real estate prices...

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With World Cup games only a few weeks away in Guadalajara, the city has announced its security measures for the event, as well as other local news.
Two Mexican girls seen from behind running through pathway in Xicoténcatl Park on the outskirts of Tijuana, Mexico. In the background is a community built on a hillside of cheaply made, in some cases unfinished concrete homes.

How Tijuana’s award-winning Xicoténcatl Park united a neglected migrant community

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Municipal officials only intended to create flood-prevention infrastructure for this underserved migrant neighborhood, but designers saw an opportunity to bring residents together.
Barbecue with various meats cooking on a grill

Running the national barbecue: How Mexico actually works

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Living in Mexico is an ongoing eductation which when you get down to it, isn't so different from a family cookout.
Painting of a Jesuit missionary at the natural history museum in Cabo San Lucas.

Mission days in old Los Cabos: The Dominican Era

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The Dominicans were the last of the three missionary orders sent to convert Indigenous populations on the Baja California peninsula, and their decline led to the birth of what is now Los Cabos.
Comedian performing in Woko Comedy Club in Mexico City's Condesa neighborhood

Lost in translation? Not at Mexico City’s upcoming bilingual CDMX Comedy Fest

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In one of the most anticipated events this month, Mexico City's best comedians will perform in two languages across six venues as part of the CDMX Comedy Fest.
Spicy salsas in Mexico

In town for the World Cup?: Why you should eat spicy salsa while you’re...

0
There's a reason why chile peppers are found in virtually every Mexican dish, and why every visitor to the country should experience their spicy flavors: they're literally a gift from the gods.
Estadio CIudad de Mexico June 10

World Cup windfall has yet to land, as hotel occupancy in CDMX, GDL and...

1
The business community places the blame squarely on the government, citing overly ambitious projections and underpreparedness in infrastructure improvements.

Here are all the major airport upgrades in Mexico in 2026 so far

6
It has been a record year for airport renovations in Mexico, with World Cup host cities Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara all receiving them, as well as more than a dozen other regional hubs that needed to keep pace with growing demand.
Panadería Rosetta

Roma Norte’s Panadería Rosetta wins a coveted Paris-based pastry award

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Owned by the same chef as the Michelin-starred Rosetta restaurant down the street, the bakery version of Rosetta is the only Mexican bakery on the 2026 Pastry Special Awards list.

Where to get your fill of mezcal in Mexico City during the World Cup

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If you're in the capital during this World Cup season, why not take the chance to experience a drop of Mexico's most sacred spirit?
A Yucatán cenote

Yucatán teams with World Wildlife Fund to launch US $20 million fund to protect...

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Given the name Herencia Maya (Maya Heritage), the conservation program is a joint government-NGO-private-institution effort for funding the rescue and revival of Yucatan's mangroves and waterways.
Sargassum accumulation, sargassum crisis

From nuisance to raw material: Solving the sargassum crisis

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As the sargassum crisis continues to worsen, a wave of new companies is working to turn the brown algae into sustainable products that can help the environment and local communities.
Dr. Molina

One doctor’s mission to provide affordable care in Zihuatanejo

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Everyone should have a doctor who cares as much as Dr. Molina, a woman on a mission in one of Zihuatanejo's poorest neighborhoods.
Oceanman in Cozumel

I entered the Oceanman in Cozumel with less than a month to train and...

2
What could happen if you tried an endurance swimming race without a proper training schedule? One Riviera Maya resident decided to find out.
Maná

Your guide to the lineup of World Cup concerts in Guadalajara

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Maná, Alejandro Fernández and Plácido Domingo all announced concerts in Guadalajara over the next two weeks as World Cup fever heats up across the country.
Barbecue with various meats cooking on a grill

Running the national barbecue: How Mexico actually works

1
Living in Mexico is an ongoing eductation which when you get down to it, isn't so different from a family cookout.
Painting of a Jesuit missionary at the natural history museum in Cabo San Lucas.

Mission days in old Los Cabos: The Dominican Era

2
The Dominicans were the last of the three missionary orders sent to convert Indigenous populations on the Baja California peninsula, and their decline led to the birth of what is now Los Cabos.
Isaac del Toro

Mexican cycling star Isaac del Toro racks up another win ahead of his Tour de France debut

0
The Ensenada native, just 23 and in only his third year as a rofessional with the UAE Team Emirates, has never competed in cycling's premier event, but his recent successes bode well.
Comedian performing in Woko Comedy Club in Mexico City's Condesa neighborhood

Lost in translation? Not at Mexico City’s upcoming bilingual CDMX Comedy Fest

0
In one of the most anticipated events this month, Mexico City's best comedians will perform in two languages across six venues as part of the CDMX Comedy Fest.
Spicy salsas in Mexico

In town for the World Cup?: Why you should eat spicy salsa while you’re here

0
There's a reason why chile peppers are found in virtually every Mexican dish, and why every visitor to the country should experience their spicy flavors: they're literally a gift from the gods.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.40
CAD
12.29
EUR
19.87

El Jalapeño: Sheinbaum birthday plans include mud wrestling tournament, demolition of National Palace wing

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La Presidenta is likely to remain awake throughout the proceedings, however.
Donald Trump eating a taco

El Jalapeño: Mexico prepares for USMCA renewal after Trump says he doesn’t want one

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This just in: Mexico preparing for yuge win, profiting bigly.

El Jalapeño: South African soccer team arrive in Pachuca, discover first opponent is the...

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At least one player asked if they'd accidentally become part of the plot of Cool Runnings.

El Jalapeño: US Embassy introduces new policy to mind its own business

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It turns out the State Department accidentally had Mexico listed as "State #51."
The Mexico-US border wall cuts through an arid mountainous landscape

Mexico in Numbers: 10 facts about the Mexico-US border

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From its 3,145-kilometer length to the millions of people who cross it each day, here are 10 numbers that reveal how remarkable — and complex — the Mexico-US border really is.

The results of our inaugural MND Mexico Healthcare Experience Survey™

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We polled over 700 foreigners from across Mexico about their experience using private healthcare — and found surprising results. Read more here!

MND Tutor | Olinia

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Take a spin with the latest MND Tutor as we explore Mexico's brand new EV project.
News quiz

The MND News Quiz of the Week: June 13

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Soccer, Sheinbaum and screwworms: Have you been paying attention to the headlines in Mexico this week?
Corona Extra beer cans on ice

Mexico in Numbers: Mexican beer from coronitas to caguamones

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Mexico News Daily explores the numbers behind the nation's favorite drink — just in time for the World Cup.
Fracking in Mexico draws protests in Mexico City

Scientists, activists push back on Sheinbaum’s fracking plan as opposition movement grows

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Recent protests were held in Mexico City after President Claudia Sheibaum reversed her stance on fracking, which she had pledged during her campaign to ban.
A Yucatán cenote

Yucatán teams with World Wildlife Fund to launch US $20 million fund to protect...

3
Given the name Herencia Maya (Maya Heritage), the conservation program is a joint government-NGO-private-institution effort for funding the rescue and revival of Yucatan's mangroves and waterways.
Sargassum accumulation, sargassum crisis

From nuisance to raw material: Solving the sargassum crisis

7
As the sargassum crisis continues to worsen, a wave of new companies is working to turn the brown algae into sustainable products that can help the environment and local communities.

Court ruling cancels dozens of mining concessions in Wirikuta — but key sites remain...

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After legal battle that have lasted 15 years, over 40 mining concessions have been canceled in Wirikuta, but dozens more still remain.
Tamul Waterfall dried up

Why did the Huasteca Potosina’s picturesque Tamul Waterfall dry up?

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State and federal authorities pulled out all the stops to get the Gallinas River flowing again to the waterfall site, including a total ban on upstream extraction for irrigation, but to no avail.
Rancho La Puerta

Rancho La Puerta — From US $17.50 a day to one of the world’s...

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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.
Dr. Molina

One doctor’s mission to provide affordable care in Zihuatanejo

2
Everyone should have a doctor who cares as much as Dr. Molina, a woman on a mission in one of Zihuatanejo's poorest neighborhoods.
Oceanman in Cozumel

I entered the Oceanman in Cozumel with less than a month to train and...

2
What could happen if you tried an endurance swimming race without a proper training schedule? One Riviera Maya resident decided to find out.
President Sheinbaum appears with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa at the National Palace

Mexico and European Union sign modernized trade deal, eliminating tariffs on 99% of products

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The long-awaited Modernized Global Agreement (MGA) has come to fruition as both sides seek to expand and diversify trade with partners other than the United States.
2026 Chevrolet Aveo

GM will move assembly of its Groove and Aveo models from China to Mexico

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Starting next year, GM will be assembling those two vehicles at its Ramos Arizpe plant in Coahuila, which began operations 45 years ago.
Taiwan flag

Mexico-Taiwan trade, already growing steadily, has surged this year

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A 400% year-on-year increase in Mexican imports from Taiwan reflects the significant deepening of trade ties between the two countries in recent years, amid a broader regional shift toward supply chain diversification away from China.
Rocket flying into space

Mexico and South Korea partnering on plan to build space launch pads

2
The collaboration between the Mexican Space Agency (AEM) and the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) is part of the 2026-2030 Mexican Space Plan.

The results of our inaugural MND Mexico Healthcare Experience Survey™

9
We polled over 700 foreigners from across Mexico about their experience using private healthcare — and found surprising results. Read more here!
Julián Quiñones celebrates after scoring the first goal of the 2026 FIFA world cup

He was named player of the match after scoring the first goal of the...

1
Julián Quiñones is making a name for himself as one of the Mexican national team's up and coming stars.
generic doctor

How to check if your English-speaking doctor in Mexico City is actually licensed

5
It's hard enough finding an English-speaking doctor (or other professional) and it's even harder to verify if they are legally licensed. For Mexico City residents, there's a service that does it for you.