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MND Local: The Baja business deal that soured Trump on Mexico
The Trump Ocean Resort Baja Mexico was meant to a crown jewel in a property empire, but its failure left its namesake feeling bitter.
Mexico has shown progress against childhood obesity, but still among world’s top 10
Mexico is no longer the country with the greatest prevalence of child obesity, but being No. 8 is no cause for celebration, experts warn. Recent policies, such as a ban on junk food in public schools, show promise.
The ‘Healing Words Project’: The Querétaro exhibition by artist Kate Van Doren
Kate Van Doren's "Healing Words Project" has documented the journeys of over 2,000 women, and is currently being exhibited at the Museo de Arte de Querétaro.
MND Local: The Baja business deal that soured Trump on Mexico
The Trump Ocean Resort Baja Mexico was meant to a crown jewel in a property empire, but its failure left its namesake feeling bitter.
Mexico has shown progress against childhood obesity, but still among world’s top 10
Mexico is no longer the country with the greatest prevalence of child obesity, but being No. 8 is no cause for celebration, experts warn. Recent policies, such as a ban on junk food in public schools, show promise.
The ‘Healing Words Project’: The Querétaro exhibition by artist Kate Van Doren
Kate Van Doren's "Healing Words Project" has documented the journeys of over 2,000 women, and is currently being exhibited at the Museo de Arte de Querétaro.
CDMX launches axolotl chatbot to help visitors discover the best of the city
Named "Xoli" for short, the axolotl-bot operates 24/7 and functions as a digital guide that answers questions about transportation, events, cultural attractions and services in seconds.
The world can’t get enough mezcal. Oaxaca’s forests are paying the price
The boom in mezcal production is stripping hillsides, stressing water supplies and fouling rivers. Mezcal makers say they're trying to mitigate the damage, but the scale of the problem is daunting.
Brazil’s president floats joint venture between Mexican state oil company Pemex and Petrobras
A partnership with Petrobras could potentially help Pemex to exploit other deepwater fields in the Gulf of Mexico and thus contribute to the achievement of the government's goals of self-sufficiency for gasoline.
Night at the stadium? Airbnb is offering fans a free stay at Estadio Azteca...
Four lucky fans will win a free Airbnb stay inside Mexico City's Azteca Stadium, hosted by Mexican soccer legend Hugo Sánchez. What's more, each will get a ticket to the opening World Cup match on June 11.
Clock ticks on remodel of Mexico City International Airport as World Cup nears
Renovations at both terminals of Mexico City International Airport (AICM) are only around half complete after 10 months of construction, meaning they will not be finished in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to the airport’s director general.
Mexico expecting over 4 million tourists during Holy Week holiday
Tourism Minister Josefina Rodríguez Zamora announced that 4.03 million tourists are expected at the country's top destinations — a 2.6% increase over the 3.93 million recorded during the same period of 2025.
Femsa, Oxxo’s owner, cuts workforce related to its fintech unit Spin
Spin, a debit and points-earning card accessible via any of Mexico's 24,000 Oxxo stores, has attracted 16 million users in five years. Converting those clients into bigger spenders, however, has proved a different challenge.
Mexico sends more aid to Cuba, calls for action from UN: Monday’s mañanera recapped
The situation in Cuba, Mexico's longstanding and ongoing support for the Cuban people, and the United States' posture toward the country's communist regime have been recurring issues at President Claudia Sheinbaum's morning press conferences in 2026.
Graham Mackintosh’s 5,000 kilometer Baja beach walk
It was the adventure of a lifetime, except when he ran out of water. Graham Mackintosh walked the entirety of the Baja California peninsula.
American Chamber of Commerce names CPKC’s Oscar Del Cueto as new president
Oscar Del Cueto, president of Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Mexico, was named the new president of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico (AmCham) for the 2026-2027 period, the business organization announced Wednesday.
At AmCham annual gathering, US ambassador to Mexico strikes optimistic note on USMCA
Speaking to Mexican and U.S. businesspeople on Wednesday, Ambassador Johnson described the U.S.-Mexico relationship as "a marriage," and based on his comments, divorce — particularly on trade — is not an option.
Made in Mexico: Pedro Ramírez Vázquez
Pedro Ramírez Vázquez designed Estadio Azteca, Mexico's National Museum of Anthropology, and the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in a long and amazing career.
CDMX launches axolotl chatbot to help visitors discover the best of the city
Named "Xoli" for short, the axolotl-bot operates 24/7 and functions as a digital guide that answers questions about transportation, events, cultural attractions and services in seconds.
The world can’t get enough mezcal. Oaxaca’s forests are paying the price
The boom in mezcal production is stripping hillsides, stressing water supplies and fouling rivers. Mezcal makers say they're trying to mitigate the damage, but the scale of the problem is daunting.
Brazil’s president floats joint venture between Mexican state oil company Pemex and Petrobras
A partnership with Petrobras could potentially help Pemex to exploit other deepwater fields in the Gulf of Mexico and thus contribute to the achievement of the government's goals of self-sufficiency for gasoline.
Night at the stadium? Airbnb is offering fans a free stay at Estadio Azteca hosted by Hugo Sánchez
Four lucky fans will win a free Airbnb stay inside Mexico City's Azteca Stadium, hosted by Mexican soccer legend Hugo Sánchez. What's more, each will get a ticket to the opening World Cup match on June 11.
Clock ticks on remodel of Mexico City International Airport as World Cup nears
Renovations at both terminals of Mexico City International Airport (AICM) are only around half complete after 10 months of construction, meaning they will not be finished in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to the airport’s director general.
Mexico expecting over 4 million tourists during Holy Week holiday
Tourism Minister Josefina Rodríguez Zamora announced that 4.03 million tourists are expected at the country's top destinations — a 2.6% increase over the 3.93 million recorded during the same period of 2025.
Mexico’s economy minister inaugurates consortium of binational trade chambers in bid...
Among the 23 chambers that are part of the new forum are the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Mexico, the Mexico-China Chamber of Commerce and Technology and the Trade and Commerce Council of India and Mexico.
Insights from the oldest and most prestigious American School in Mexico: A new ‘Confidently...
The latest episode of Confidently Wrong visits the century-old American School Foundation for insight on what it takes to give kids a world-class education outside of their home country.
The AI fake news tsunami is upon us — what does this mean for...
As realistic, AI-generated fake news flooding our feeds, MND CEO Travis Bembenek explains why teaching kids about media literacy has never been more urgent.
From NYC public schools to Sayulita, one father’s journey to Mexico’s Pacific Coast: A...
A New York City public school teacher shares his experience moving from the largest city in the U.S. for a tiny Pacific Coast beach town, where he now runs the bilingual school his own children attended.
The US and Mexico, growing together and growing apart: A perspective from our CEO
From a historic drop in homicides to opposite bets on electric vehicles, Mexico News Daily's CEO breaks down where the U.S. and Mexico are converging — and where they're not.
USMCA trade deal negotiations formally kick off in Washington
The review was built into NAFTA's successor to ensure its efficacy moving forward, but some of Trump's comments and actions have cast doubt on the North America free trade pact's very survival.
Mexico extends tariffs on steel imports from Asian countries with no trade pact
The tariff extension goes hand in hand with a new government policy prioritizing Mexican content over overall cost when purchasing products or components from abroad.
Mexico announces kick-off of formal USMCA negotiations — without Canada
Holding bilateral sessions during the trilateral process is not unheard of in USMCA negotiations, and the Canadians are expected to join the early talks at an unspecified future date.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.82
CAD
12.94
EUR
20.64
Brazil’s president floats joint venture between Mexican state oil company Pemex and Petrobras
A partnership with Petrobras could potentially help Pemex to exploit other deepwater fields in the Gulf of Mexico and thus contribute to the achievement of the government's goals of self-sufficiency for gasoline.
Femsa, Oxxo’s owner, cuts workforce related to its fintech unit Spin
Spin, a debit and points-earning card accessible via any of Mexico's 24,000 Oxxo stores, has attracted 16 million users in five years. Converting those clients into bigger spenders, however, has proved a different challenge.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.82
CAD
12.94
EUR
20.64
The rollercoaster relationship between Trump and Mexico
Trump and his relationship with Mexico remains fascinating and, yes, a bit scary, as writer Sarah DeVries details.
Mexico reports nearly 190,000 citizens repatriated since Trump took office: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
In other mañanera news, Sheinbaum said there's no budget to meet the demands of striking teachers occupying the Zócalo. The conference also touched on the King of Spain's World Cup invitation and the ongoing USMCA review.
Mexico sends more aid to Cuba, calls for action from UN:...
The situation in Cuba, Mexico's longstanding and ongoing support for the Cuban people, and the United States' posture toward the country's communist regime have been recurring issues at President Claudia Sheinbaum's morning press conferences in 2026.
How to swear in Mexico: Curse words for south of the border
Swearing in Mexican Spanish is an art form, but it's one you'll want to be careful about before using it in public.
Puff, puff, pass? The cloudy legality of marijuana in Mexico
Is smoking marijuana legal for tourists or residents in Mexico? How about possession? The answers are a bit confusing.
Porches, pyramids and precious time — thoughts on a life in Mexico
Wherever you choose to be, that's where your family visits and where your 83-year-old mom (at least in my case) will climb a pyramid.
CDMX launches axolotl chatbot to help visitors discover the best of the city
Named "Xoli" for short, the axolotl-bot operates 24/7 and functions as a digital guide that answers questions about transportation, events, cultural attractions and services in seconds.
Night at the stadium? Airbnb is offering fans a free stay at Estadio Azteca hosted by Hugo Sánchez
Four lucky fans will win a free Airbnb stay inside Mexico City's Azteca Stadium, hosted by Mexican soccer legend Hugo Sánchez. What's more, each will get a ticket to the opening World Cup match on June 11.
Clock ticks on remodel of Mexico City International Airport as World Cup nears
Renovations at both terminals of Mexico City International Airport (AICM) are only around half complete after 10 months of construction, meaning they will not be finished in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to the airport’s director general.
Puff, puff, pass? The cloudy legality of marijuana in Mexico
Is smoking marijuana legal for tourists or residents in Mexico? How about possession? The answers are a bit confusing.
Porches, pyramids and precious time — thoughts on a life in Mexico
Wherever you choose to be, that's where your family visits and where your 83-year-old mom (at least in my case) will climb a pyramid.
The AI fake news tsunami is upon us — what does this mean for...
As realistic, AI-generated fake news flooding our feeds, MND CEO Travis Bembenek explains why teaching kids about media literacy has never been more urgent.
From NYC public schools to Sayulita, one father’s journey to Mexico’s Pacific Coast: A...
A New York City public school teacher shares his experience moving from the largest city in the U.S. for a tiny Pacific Coast beach town, where he now runs the bilingual school his own children attended.
Stranded assets in Huatulco: How 2 major tourism projects became frozen in legal and...
A golf course and a convention center, two key projects for tourism in Huatulco, are now closed and in legal limbo. The question is: Why?
Excellence Group announces new family-friendly Finest resort in Riviera Maya
The more than US $250 million project will be Excellence Group's sixth property in the state of Quintana Roo and third under the family-friendly Finest brand.
Casa Holtz: The obsessive Art Nouveau dream hidden in Lomas de Chapultepec
Casa Holtz, an Art Nouveau architectural masterpiece in Mexico City, is almost as fascinating as the couple for whom it was built.
President proposes free BTS concert at Mexico City’s Zócalo
Could the K-pop global icons be the next Zócalo headliner? President Sheinbaum hopes so, and she's reaching out to the president of South Korea to make it happen.
MND Local: Exploring the legacy immigrant communities of Baja California
The communities of modern Baja California are shaped by the immigrants who created them. Chris Sands takes a look.
Competing for favored foreigner status in Mexico
Fitting in in Mexico can be tricky. But it doesn't mean you can't still be friends with other foreigners, especially those from your own country.
Night at the stadium? Airbnb is offering fans a free stay at Estadio Azteca...
Four lucky fans will win a free Airbnb stay inside Mexico City's Azteca Stadium, hosted by Mexican soccer legend Hugo Sánchez. What's more, each will get a ticket to the opening World Cup match on June 11.
Clock ticks on remodel of Mexico City International Airport as World Cup nears
Renovations at both terminals of Mexico City International Airport (AICM) are only around half complete after 10 months of construction, meaning they will not be finished in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to the airport’s director general.
How an era of tariffs is reshaping Mexico’s agriculture industry
Agricultural tariffs over the past few years from both the U.S. and Mexico have complicated the countries' food supplies.
Michelin Guide adds Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán to its Mexico edition
Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán will join Mexico's Michelin Guide in 2026, adding to a list that launched just two years ago with six states.
Opinion: From rising seas to rising risks
From Chihuahua to Chiapas, climate change threatens much of Mexico. A former U.S. climate security expert offers insight into how our changing world brings new challenges.
Battle over Chapala aqueduct tests Mexico’s transparency laws
Jalisco's government has refused to release the blueprints for a new aqueduct in Lake Chapala, leading to controversy over the project.
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.
The ‘Healing Words Project’: The Querétaro exhibition by artist Kate Van Doren
Kate Van Doren's "Healing Words Project" has documented the journeys of over 2,000 women, and is currently being exhibited at the Museo de Arte de Querétaro.
Casa Holtz: The obsessive Art Nouveau dream hidden in Lomas de Chapultepec
Casa Holtz, an Art Nouveau architectural masterpiece in Mexico City, is almost as fascinating as the couple for whom it was built.
President proposes free BTS concert at Mexico City’s Zócalo
Could the K-pop global icons be the next Zócalo headliner? President Sheinbaum hopes so, and she's reaching out to the president of South Korea to make it happen.
Volunteering in Puerto Vallarta: How visitors and residents can get involved
There are many ways residents and visitors can get more involved in Puerto Vallarta, and volunteering is a great way to give back to the local community that has welcomed you.
MND Local: Exploring the legacy immigrant communities of Baja California
The communities of modern Baja California are shaped by the immigrants who created them. Chris Sands takes a look.
Competing for favored foreigner status in Mexico
Fitting in in Mexico can be tricky. But it doesn't mean you can't still be friends with other foreigners, especially those from your own country.
Mexico has shown progress against childhood obesity, but still among world’s top 10
Mexico is no longer the country with the greatest prevalence of child obesity, but being No. 8 is no cause for celebration, experts warn. Recent policies, such as a ban on junk food in public schools, show promise.
Mexico’s economy minister inaugurates consortium of binational trade chambers in bid for greater cooperation
Among the 23 chambers that are part of the new forum are the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Mexico, the Mexico-China Chamber of Commerce and Technology and the Trade and Commerce Council of India and Mexico.
The world can’t get enough mezcal. Oaxaca’s forests are paying the price
The boom in mezcal production is stripping hillsides, stressing water supplies and fouling rivers. Mezcal makers say they're trying to mitigate the damage, but the scale of the problem is daunting.
Clock ticks on remodel of Mexico City International Airport as World Cup nears
Renovations at both terminals of Mexico City International Airport (AICM) are only around half complete after 10 months of construction, meaning they will not be finished in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to the airport’s director general.
MND Local: The Baja business deal that soured Trump on Mexico
The Trump Ocean Resort Baja Mexico was meant to a crown jewel in a property empire, but its failure left its namesake feeling bitter.
Stranded assets in Huatulco: How 2 major tourism projects became frozen in legal and...
A golf course and a convention center, two key projects for tourism in Huatulco, are now closed and in legal limbo. The question is: Why?
Excellence Group announces new family-friendly Finest resort in Riviera Maya
The more than US $250 million project will be Excellence Group's sixth property in the state of Quintana Roo and third under the family-friendly Finest brand.
MND Local: Is Guadalajara facing a looming water crisis?
The city has been beset with water management issues for decades, now these problems threaten the water supply of one of Mexico's most important cities.
Opinion: From rising seas to rising risks
From Chihuahua to Chiapas, climate change threatens much of Mexico. A former U.S. climate security expert offers insight into how our changing world brings new challenges.
Battle over Chapala aqueduct tests Mexico’s transparency laws
Jalisco's government has refused to release the blueprints for a new aqueduct in Lake Chapala, leading to controversy over the project.
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.
USMCA trade deal negotiations formally kick off in Washington
The review was built into NAFTA's successor to ensure its efficacy moving forward, but some of Trump's comments and actions have cast doubt on the North America free trade pact's very survival.
Mexico extends tariffs on steel imports from Asian countries with no trade pact
The tariff extension goes hand in hand with a new government policy prioritizing Mexican content over overall cost when purchasing products or components from abroad.
Mexico announces kick-off of formal USMCA negotiations — without Canada
Holding bilateral sessions during the trilateral process is not unheard of in USMCA negotiations, and the Canadians are expected to join the early talks at an unspecified future date.
American Chamber of Commerce names CPKC’s Oscar Del Cueto as new president
Oscar Del Cueto, president of Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Mexico, was named the new president of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico (AmCham) for the 2026-2027 period, the business organization announced Wednesday.
At AmCham annual gathering, US ambassador to Mexico strikes optimistic note on USMCA
Speaking to Mexican and U.S. businesspeople on Wednesday, Ambassador Johnson described the U.S.-Mexico relationship as "a marriage," and based on his comments, divorce — particularly on trade — is not an option.
Made in Mexico: Pedro Ramírez Vázquez
Pedro Ramírez Vázquez designed Estadio Azteca, Mexico's National Museum of Anthropology, and the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in a long and amazing career.
So you want to be an expat? Here’s how to make it in Mexico
Mexico is by far the most popular destination for U.S. expats. Here's how to make the transition, with tips on everything from making new friends to how to find housing and hospitals.
How Chef Lupita is bringing the international spotlight to Tabasco
From a cookbook all the way to Qatar, Chef Lupita Vidal has traveled across the world to promote the culinary offerings of her native state of Tabasco.
How an era of tariffs is reshaping Mexico’s agriculture industry
Agricultural tariffs over the past few years from both the U.S. and Mexico have complicated the countries' food supplies.
Michelin Guide adds Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán to its Mexico edition
Jalisco, Puebla and Yucatán will join Mexico's Michelin Guide in 2026, adding to a list that launched just two years ago with six states.
What to cook this March
As spring arrives, so too do some of our favorite seasonal Mexican specialties. Bel Woodhouse shares her favorite recipes.
