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Confidently Wrong about Water in Mexico: A new podcast from our CEO
Is it still necessary to avoid drinking tap water? What do water shortages mean for the construction of new homes? Travis Bembenek covers these questions and more in a new MND podcast.
Everything in store for Los Cabos in 2026
Los Cabos will continue to grow in 2026, Los Cabos Tourism Board head Rodrigo Esponda explains, thanks to new hotels, increased connectivity and other improvements to the destination in the coming year.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: December 6th
Circuses, conservation and crackdowns: Have you been following the news this week?
Confidently Wrong about Water in Mexico: A new podcast from our CEO
Is it still necessary to avoid drinking tap water? What do water shortages mean for the construction of new homes? Travis Bembenek covers these questions and more in a new MND podcast.
Everything in store for Los Cabos in 2026
Los Cabos will continue to grow in 2026, Los Cabos Tourism Board head Rodrigo Esponda explains, thanks to new hotels, increased connectivity and other improvements to the destination in the coming year.
The MND News Quiz of the Week: December 6th
Circuses, conservation and crackdowns: Have you been following the news this week?
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VidantaWorld becomes Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta’s latest international attraction
Tourism development is fast growing in Puerto Vallarata and Riviera Nayarit, with VidantaWorld's ambitious theater and theme park expansion headlining the coming attractions.
How a Soviet genius cracked the uncrackable Maya code
How could a Russian who had never even visited Mexico become the first person since the ancient Maya to underderstand their written language? It all started with a few Mayan codices stolen by the Nazis.
Mexico’s business elite presents President Sheinbaum with a US $40 billion investment package
The proposal came during the president's annual end-of-the-year luncheon with the Mexican Buiness Council (CMN), the atmosphere of which was reportedly warm and positive.
Sheinbaum joins US President Trump and Canada PM Carney at the FIFA World Cup...
The draw results are now in: Group assignments are set and Mexico will kick off the World Cup with a June 11 game against South Africa.
Former Jalisco governor kicks off his second career as a pro soccer coach
High Mexican officials who set down some roots in Spain include former presidents Peña Nieto and Salinas de Gortari. But ex-Gov. Alfaro is the only one who went to coach pro soccer.
Protesting farmers stand down after Senate quickly approves water law
But the drama may resurface, because the government fears — and the farmers threaten — more disruptive protests pending implementation.
New Panama-Los Cabos flight connects Baja to Central and South America
The direct connection to Copa Airlines' hub in Panama has opened up a wealth of South and Central American travel options for Baja California Sur.
The Mexican peso hits its strongest level of the year
At Thursday's close, a dollar would cost you 18.23 pesos, the cheapest it's been since July 23, 2024, Expectations that the U.S. Fed will cut intereest rates fueled the peso's performance.
Interior minister celebrates Mexico’s new water law: Friday’s mañanera recapped
While Sheinbaum was in D.C., Interior Minister Rodríguez discussed the country's newly approved water law, biometric CURP and other topics at Friday's morning presser.
El Jalapeño: Whales gather off the coast of Mexico as annual human watching season...
Human-watching season turns office life into a hilarious safari spectacle in this week's El Jalapeño, Mexico's premier fake news outlet.
How to celebrate the holidays in Puerto Vallarta
The holidays are a festive season in Mexico, and that's certainly true in sunny Puerto Vallarta, where traditional Christmas and New Year's Eve festivities abound.
99 facts you need to know about Mexico: 61-80
Are Mexicans happy with their love lives? What is the most-trusted institution in Mexico? How much savings do most people have? Test your knowledge with these must-know facts about Mexico.
VidantaWorld becomes Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta’s latest international attraction
Tourism development is fast growing in Puerto Vallarata and Riviera Nayarit, with VidantaWorld's ambitious theater and theme park expansion headlining the coming attractions.
How a Soviet genius cracked the uncrackable Maya code
How could a Russian who had never even visited Mexico become the first person since the ancient Maya to underderstand their written language? It all started with a few Mayan codices stolen by the Nazis.
Mexico’s business elite presents President Sheinbaum with a US $40 billion investment package
The proposal came during the president's annual end-of-the-year luncheon with the Mexican Buiness Council (CMN), the atmosphere of which was reportedly warm and positive.
Sheinbaum joins US President Trump and Canada PM Carney at the FIFA World Cup draw
The draw results are now in: Group assignments are set and Mexico will kick off the World Cup with a June 11 game against South Africa.
Former Jalisco governor kicks off his second career as a pro soccer coach
High Mexican officials who set down some roots in Spain include former presidents Peña Nieto and Salinas de Gortari. But ex-Gov. Alfaro is the only one who went to coach pro soccer.
Protesting farmers stand down after Senate quickly approves water law
But the drama may resurface, because the government fears — and the farmers threaten — more disruptive protests pending implementation.
Mexico’s business elite presents President Sheinbaum with a US $40 billion...
The proposal came during the president's annual end-of-the-year luncheon with the Mexican Buiness Council (CMN), the atmosphere of which was reportedly warm and positive.
Confidently Wrong about Water in Mexico: A new podcast from our CEO
Is it still necessary to avoid drinking tap water? What do water shortages mean for the construction of new homes? Travis Bembenek covers these questions and more in a new MND podcast.
A few words about the new MND Merch and MND culture: A perspective from...
You asked, MND delivers: CEO Travis Bembenek introduces MND Merch, so readers can rep the MND mission across Mexico and beyond.
Facts and figures about the newly opened US Embassy in CDMX: A perspective from...
Our CEO Travis Bembenek took a tour of the new United States Embassy in Mexico City, a state-of-the-art diplomatic complex featuring two gyms, a basketball court and an on-site medical clinic.
Should the US help Mexico beat the cartels? A perspective from our CEO
Are U.S. bombs what Mexico needs to end cartels once and for all? Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek looks at what kinds of aid might actually be effective.
Foreign direct investment in Mexico climbs to record US $40.9B, already surpassing all of...
New investment contributed to around 16% of total FDI in Mexico in the first nine months of the year, with the remainder of the money coming from reinvestment of profits and payments by foreign companies with an existing presence in Mexico.
Jalisco announces a new chip design park to strengthen Mexico’s semiconductor industry
The chip design plant will give a boost to the Mexican government's Kutsari project to coordinate efforts among the public, private and academic sectors to strengthen the industry.
US chip lobby urges tariff-free treatment for North American semiconductors under USMCA
As Mexican semiconductor exports decline, the Washington, D.C.-based Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) is urging the Trump administration to ensure that rules of origin strengthen regional competitiveness.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.17
CAD
13.14
EUR
21.17
The Mexican peso hits its strongest level of the year
At Thursday's close, a dollar would cost you 18.23 pesos, the cheapest it's been since July 23, 2024, Expectations that the U.S. Fed will cut intereest rates fueled the peso's performance.
Mexican ag experts: Your insights are needed
Wikifarmer is encouraging Mexican farmers to take its new survey as part of efforts to gather up-to-date information on agriculture in the country, including pricing changes and the effects of climate change.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.17
CAD
13.14
EUR
21.17
Interior minister celebrates Mexico’s new water law: Friday’s mañanera recapped
While Sheinbaum was in D.C., Interior Minister Rodríguez discussed the country's newly approved water law, biometric CURP and other topics at Friday's morning presser.
Sheinbaum backs free trade throughout the Americas: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
President Sheinbaum advocated for expanding the USMCA to include Central and South America on Thursday ahead of her first presidential trip to Washington.
Former Jalisco governor kicks off his second career as a pro...
High Mexican officials who set down some roots in Spain include former presidents Peña Nieto and Salinas de Gortari. But ex-Gov. Alfaro is the only one who went to coach pro soccer.
La casa chica: The rise and fall of Mexico’s institution of second families
La casa chica, the secondary home for one's mistress and illegitimate children, was once a male prerogative. Nowadays, however, it's a tradition in decline across gender lines.
AI won’t solve your language problems: A take on using AI for language translation
Using AI chatbots to practice your Spanish? Thinking about it? Former language teacher Sarah DeVries lays out what to know about using AI for language learning.
Mexico’s middle class: Who are they and what do their lives look like?
Mexicans from across the country share their perspectives on what a middle-class income and lifestyle look like today in Mexico.
Everything in store for Los Cabos in 2026
Los Cabos will continue to grow in 2026, Los Cabos Tourism Board head Rodrigo Esponda explains, thanks to new hotels, increased connectivity and other improvements to the destination in the coming year.
VidantaWorld becomes Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta’s latest international attraction
Tourism development is fast growing in Puerto Vallarata and Riviera Nayarit, with VidantaWorld's ambitious theater and theme park expansion headlining the coming attractions.
New Panama-Los Cabos flight connects Baja to Central and South America
The direct connection to Copa Airlines' hub in Panama has opened up a wealth of South and Central American travel options for Baja California Sur.
AI won’t solve your language problems: A take on using AI for language translation
Using AI chatbots to practice your Spanish? Thinking about it? Former language teacher Sarah DeVries lays out what to know about using AI for language learning.
Mexico’s middle class: Who are they and what do their lives look like?
Mexicans from across the country share their perspectives on what a middle-class income and lifestyle look like today in Mexico.
A few words about the new MND Merch and MND culture: A perspective from...
You asked, MND delivers: CEO Travis Bembenek introduces MND Merch, so readers can rep the MND mission across Mexico and beyond.
Facts and figures about the newly opened US Embassy in CDMX: A perspective from...
Our CEO Travis Bembenek took a tour of the new United States Embassy in Mexico City, a state-of-the-art diplomatic complex featuring two gyms, a basketball court and an on-site medical clinic.
Investing from scratch: When your dream is building property in Mexico
Building a home in Mexico can be a dream come true or a nightmare, depending on how well you understand the geography where you're building, Mexican law and your rights and obligations.
Sustainability meets investment at these Mexican real estate projects
Investing in real estate in Mexico doesn't just mean beachside condos, as these amazing sustainable developments prove.
Here’s how to find Mexico City’s most beautiful and historic Art Deco buildings (and...
Evidence of Mexico City's flirtation with the Art Deco movement can still be found hiding in plain sight in a single neighborhood. Andrea Fischer shows you where.
Does alien-crazed Tampico, home of the Martian Fest, have a UFO museum in its...
With enthusiasm so strong that credible evidence is beside the point, the growing UFO craze is turning into a tourism bonanza, especially in the Gulf of Mexico port of Tampico.
Cirque du Soleil prepares a permanent aquatic mega-show on the Riviera Nayarit
The coming show and venue are all about water: the 696-seat venue combines a 360-degree aquatic stage, a wrap-around “human aquarium” and a submersible platform.
Spectacles, circuses and holiday fun: Puerto Vallarta’s got plenty in December
December is peak season in Puerto Vallarta, with plenty to do, including festive music events, the Fiestas Guadalupanas and the return of Movie Picnic.
VidantaWorld becomes Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta’s latest international attraction
Tourism development is fast growing in Puerto Vallarata and Riviera Nayarit, with VidantaWorld's ambitious theater and theme park expansion headlining the coming attractions.
New Panama-Los Cabos flight connects Baja to Central and South America
The direct connection to Copa Airlines' hub in Panama has opened up a wealth of South and Central American travel options for Baja California Sur.
From Mexico to the world: amaranth, the tiny seed that traveled to space
It took a Mexican astronaut to carry amaranth seeds into space. But here on Earth, it has been a source of nutrition for thousands of years; in alegría bars, gluten-free flours and myriad other ways.
What to cook this December
Mexico has its share of iconic seasonal dishes that no holiday table should be without. Writer Bel Woodhouse shares her favorite recipes as well as a few tips for those preparing these dishes for the first time.
Highway blockades return as Congress races to approve the new General Water Law
The lower house passed the bill in marathon 24-hour session as protesting farmers reactivated blockades they had dismantled after reaching an agreement with the government last week.
US blames Texas crop losses on Mexico’s missed water deliveries
Mexico still owes nearly half the water that it was treaty-bound to deliver between 2020 and 2025. As drought persists in northern Mexico, will it be able to catch up?
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.
How a Soviet genius cracked the uncrackable Maya code
How could a Russian who had never even visited Mexico become the first person since the ancient Maya to underderstand their written language? It all started with a few Mayan codices stolen by the Nazis.
Here’s how to find Mexico City’s most beautiful and historic Art Deco buildings (and why you should)
Evidence of Mexico City's flirtation with the Art Deco movement can still be found hiding in plain sight in a single neighborhood. Andrea Fischer shows you where.
Does alien-crazed Tampico, home of the Martian Fest, have a UFO museum in its future?
With enthusiasm so strong that credible evidence is beside the point, the growing UFO craze is turning into a tourism bonanza, especially in the Gulf of Mexico port of Tampico.
MND Local: San Miguel de Allende community roundup
Art, celebration and Christmas cheer: San Miguel de Allende has it in spades this month.
Cirque du Soleil prepares a permanent aquatic mega-show on the Riviera Nayarit
The coming show and venue are all about water: the 696-seat venue combines a 360-degree aquatic stage, a wrap-around “human aquarium” and a submersible platform.
Spectacles, circuses and holiday fun: Puerto Vallarta’s got plenty in December
December is peak season in Puerto Vallarta, with plenty to do, including festive music events, the Fiestas Guadalupanas and the return of Movie Picnic.
Mexico’s week in review: Sheinbaum draws Mexico’s World Cup fate — and Trump’s praise
This week, President Sheinbaum expanded her fan base — including a not-so-secret admirer in U.S. President Donald Trump — during her first U.S. visit as Mexico's president on Friday.
Sheinbaum joins US President Trump and Canada PM Carney at the FIFA World Cup...
The draw results are now in: Group assignments are set and Mexico will kick off the World Cup with a June 11 game against South Africa.
Protesting farmers stand down after Senate quickly approves water law
But the drama may resurface, because the government fears — and the farmers threaten — more disruptive protests pending implementation.
Sinaloa cartel wars coincide with record-setting wildfire damage. It’s no coincidence
The narco wars bring landmines, improvised explosive devices, firearm battles, drone attacks and even bombs dropped from planes to the drought-dried forests of the Sierra Madre.
Why your real estate agent in Mexico still gets a commission when you find...
Your real estate agent gets a 5% commission when you sell your home in Mexico, even if you found the buyer. Here's an in-depth look at why they deserve every penny or peso.
Investing from scratch: When your dream is building property in Mexico
Building a home in Mexico can be a dream come true or a nightmare, depending on how well you understand the geography where you're building, Mexican law and your rights and obligations.
Sustainability meets investment at these Mexican real estate projects
Investing in real estate in Mexico doesn't just mean beachside condos, as these amazing sustainable developments prove.
Confidently Wrong about Water in Mexico: A new podcast from our CEO
Is it still necessary to avoid drinking tap water? What do water shortages mean for the construction of new homes? Travis Bembenek covers these questions and more in a new MND podcast.
Highway blockades return as Congress races to approve the new General Water Law
The lower house passed the bill in marathon 24-hour session as protesting farmers reactivated blockades they had dismantled after reaching an agreement with the government last week.
US blames Texas crop losses on Mexico’s missed water deliveries
Mexico still owes nearly half the water that it was treaty-bound to deliver between 2020 and 2025. As drought persists in northern Mexico, will it be able to catch up?
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.
Foreign direct investment in Mexico climbs to record US $40.9B, already surpassing all of...
New investment contributed to around 16% of total FDI in Mexico in the first nine months of the year, with the remainder of the money coming from reinvestment of profits and payments by foreign companies with an existing presence in Mexico.
Jalisco announces a new chip design park to strengthen Mexico’s semiconductor industry
The chip design plant will give a boost to the Mexican government's Kutsari project to coordinate efforts among the public, private and academic sectors to strengthen the industry.
US chip lobby urges tariff-free treatment for North American semiconductors under USMCA
As Mexican semiconductor exports decline, the Washington, D.C.-based Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) is urging the Trump administration to ensure that rules of origin strengthen regional competitiveness.
El Jalapeño: Whales gather off the coast of Mexico as annual human watching season...
Human-watching season turns office life into a hilarious safari spectacle in this week's El Jalapeño, Mexico's premier fake news outlet.
How to celebrate the holidays in Puerto Vallarta
The holidays are a festive season in Mexico, and that's certainly true in sunny Puerto Vallarta, where traditional Christmas and New Year's Eve festivities abound.
99 facts you need to know about Mexico: 61-80
Are Mexicans happy with their love lives? What is the most-trusted institution in Mexico? How much savings do most people have? Test your knowledge with these must-know facts about Mexico.
99 facts you need to know about Mexico: 41-60
What is Mexico's literacy rate? How much do people spend in Chiapas versus Mexico City? What is the most popular name? Find out or test your knowledge of the 99 facts you need to know about Mexico.
Mexican ag experts: Your insights are needed
Wikifarmer is encouraging Mexican farmers to take its new survey as part of efforts to gather up-to-date information on agriculture in the country, including pricing changes and the effects of climate change.
From Mexico to the world: amaranth, the tiny seed that traveled to space
It took a Mexican astronaut to carry amaranth seeds into space. But here on Earth, it has been a source of nutrition for thousands of years; in alegría bars, gluten-free flours and myriad other ways.
What to cook this December
Mexico has its share of iconic seasonal dishes that no holiday table should be without. Writer Bel Woodhouse shares her favorite recipes as well as a few tips for those preparing these dishes for the first time.
Would you eat ceviche ice cream?
Do you fancy yourself a brave eater? Some of Mexico's wilder dishes just might challenge that claim!
