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Climate change: Migratory birds are starting to abandon the state of Jalisco
A number of once-common species — such as the American grebe and the roseate spoonbill — simply aren't coming back anymore, due to the drying wetlands and rising temperatures in western Mexico.
US-originating measles outbreak has now reached every state in Mexico
Mexico is promoting vaccination while the U.S. government is discouraging it. Either way, both countries are in danger of losing their official measles-free health status from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO).
New 10 and 20-peso coins to honor Mexico’s ancestry
Starting this year, Mexico will gradually replace its 10 and 20-peso coins with new designs honoring Tonatiuh, the Aztec sun god, and the Maya Temple of Kukulkán at Chichén Itzá.
Climate change: Migratory birds are starting to abandon the state of Jalisco
A number of once-common species — such as the American grebe and the roseate spoonbill — simply aren't coming back anymore, due to the drying wetlands and rising temperatures in western Mexico.
US-originating measles outbreak has now reached every state in Mexico
Mexico is promoting vaccination while the U.S. government is discouraging it. Either way, both countries are in danger of losing their official measles-free health status from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO).
New 10 and 20-peso coins to honor Mexico’s ancestry
Starting this year, Mexico will gradually replace its 10 and 20-peso coins with new designs honoring Tonatiuh, the Aztec sun god, and the Maya Temple of Kukulkán at Chichén Itzá.
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4 of the coolest dinosaurs that once roamed Mexico
Many millions of years ago, Mexico was home to numerous dinosaurs species, including Quetzalcóatlus and the enormous and terrifying Gorgosaurus.
Why Jalisco’s precious obsidian is vanishing
Mexico's obsidian has been used for everything from Mexica swords to polished jaguar statues, but its largest deposits in Jalisco are being depleted.
IMF maintains 1.5% growth forecast for Mexico in 2026
The agency’s forecast is higher than that of other financial institutions, with the most recent Citi survey, for example, putting Mexico’s growth outlook at 0.3% for 2025 and 1.3% for 2026.
Mexico says FAA flight warnings are precautionary, have no operational impact
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday issued advisories urging U.S. airline pilots to "exercise caution" when flying over the Mexican Pacific and the Gulf of California due to military activities and GNSS interference.
Slim adds 2 Russian fields in the Gulf of Mexico to his expanding oil...
The deal, if approved by anti-monopoly regulators, will give the Slim family conglomerate Grupo Carso full control over two major oil fields in the Gulf of Mexico: Ichalkil and Pokoch.
Mexico captures an FBI ’10 most-wanted fugitive’
Alejandro Rosales Castillo, a U.S. citizen, entered Mexico shortly after he allegedly murdered his co-worker and former girlfriend in August 2016.
Unprecedented demand: World Cup ticket requests top 500M
“If we had 500 million tickets today, we could sell 500 million tickets," said the head of FIFA's Mexico office. The catch: there are only 6 million tickets for the 104 tournament games.
Domestic tourism stagnates as economy cools
The domestic tourism market in Mexico saw essentially flat-line growth in 2025 after a decline in 2024, according to data published by the Tourism Ministry (Sectur).
Screwworm is reaching wild animal populations in Mexico as it spreads
Of the total active cases in Mexico, 343 are in cattle and 184 in dogs, while 45 pigs, 28 horses, 13 sheep, six goats, five cats and one farm bird are also infected by New World screwworm (NWS).
Is Frida Kahlo overrated?
It might be sacrilege to suggest, but Bethany Platanella takes a look at the (controversial) evidence behind the claim.
Veracruz student Valeria Palacios wins the World Education Medal
With artifical intelligence and robotics, the 19-year-old college student from Veracruz tackled a range of social and environmental problems facing her community.
Trump: The US will ‘now’ start hitting Mexican land targets
President Sheinbaum reacted by declaring sovereignty a priority, but reiterated that Mexico is willing to continue working cooperatively with the United States on security issues.
4 of the coolest dinosaurs that once roamed Mexico
Many millions of years ago, Mexico was home to numerous dinosaurs species, including Quetzalcóatlus and the enormous and terrifying Gorgosaurus.
Why Jalisco’s precious obsidian is vanishing
Mexico's obsidian has been used for everything from Mexica swords to polished jaguar statues, but its largest deposits in Jalisco are being depleted.
IMF maintains 1.5% growth forecast for Mexico in 2026
The agency’s forecast is higher than that of other financial institutions, with the most recent Citi survey, for example, putting Mexico’s growth outlook at 0.3% for 2025 and 1.3% for 2026.
Mexico says FAA flight warnings are precautionary, have no operational impact
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday issued advisories urging U.S. airline pilots to "exercise caution" when flying over the Mexican Pacific and the Gulf of California due to military activities and GNSS interference.
Slim adds 2 Russian fields in the Gulf of Mexico to his expanding oil portfolio
The deal, if approved by anti-monopoly regulators, will give the Slim family conglomerate Grupo Carso full control over two major oil fields in the Gulf of Mexico: Ichalkil and Pokoch.
Mexico captures an FBI ’10 most-wanted fugitive’
Alejandro Rosales Castillo, a U.S. citizen, entered Mexico shortly after he allegedly murdered his co-worker and former girlfriend in August 2016.
Slim adds 2 Russian fields in the Gulf of Mexico to...
The deal, if approved by anti-monopoly regulators, will give the Slim family conglomerate Grupo Carso full control over two major oil fields in the Gulf of Mexico: Ichalkil and Pokoch.
The Mexico they don’t show you: Confidently Wrong interviews Servant Steve
Travis Bembenek and Mexico-based content creator Servant Steve cut through viral misinformation and stereotypes about Mexico on the latest Confidently Wrong podcast.
Mexico’s economy isn’t growing. What can be done? A perspective from our CEO
What needs to happen to turn around Mexico's sluggish economy? Travis Bembenek dive into the problem and possible solutions in this week's column.
When will the Mexican peso begin to behave rationally again? A perspective from our...
After an astoudingly strong performance last year, will the peso continue to defy the odds in 2026? CEO Travis Bembenek shares his take.
In the wake of Venezuela, is Mexico next? A perspective from our CEO
What does the U.S. attack on Venezuela mean for Mexico? CEO Travis Bembenek dives into the implications.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? How the AI race changes the game
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas argues that Mexico is a critical partner in North America's AI race.
Tariffs cause a steep drop in Mexico’s heavy-duty vehicle industry
The plunge was across the board — exports, domestic sales, wholesale sales, production — with exports dipping below even pandemic-year lows.
Labubus are now being made in Mexico for the US market
Nearshoring but make it cute? Pop Mart's move to Mexico — via contracted manufacturing facilities — puts Labubu monsters closer to its U.S. customer base, with shorter shipping times and potential tariff advantages.
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17.60
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12.73
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20.63
Domestic tourism stagnates as economy cools
The domestic tourism market in Mexico saw essentially flat-line growth in 2025 after a decline in 2024, according to data published by the Tourism Ministry (Sectur).
Mexico’s economy isn’t growing. What can be done? A perspective from our CEO
What needs to happen to turn around Mexico's sluggish economy? Travis Bembenek dive into the problem and possible solutions in this week's column.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.60
CAD
12.73
EUR
20.63
How Sheinbaum plans to reshape Mexico’s elections: Friday’s mañanera recapped
The president also responded to criticism of Mexico's new judiciary and addressed a minor earthquake that shook the capital early Friday morning.
Sheinbaum defends Mexico’s security record after US slams ‘unacceptable’ lack of progress
The president also once again called for the U.S. to reduce its domestic fentanyl consumption and crack down on arms trafficking.
Why did a US military plane touch down near Mexico City?...
At her Monday morning press conference, President Sheinbaum faced questions about the arrival of a U.S. military plane at the airport in Toluca, México state, on Saturday.
The Mexico they don’t show you: Confidently Wrong interviews Servant Steve
Travis Bembenek and Mexico-based content creator Servant Steve cut through viral misinformation and stereotypes about Mexico on the latest Confidently Wrong podcast.
Mexico isn’t immune to the seduction of the smartphone
It's a sign of the times perhaps, but phone addiction in Mexico is rapidly becoming a thing we all have to deal with, and it's a shame.
My American Dream is in Mexico: Lupita Ramos
Mexican-American Lupita Ramos left the United States to rediscover her roots in Mexico. What she found changed everything.
Mexico says FAA flight warnings are precautionary, have no operational impact
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday issued advisories urging U.S. airline pilots to "exercise caution" when flying over the Mexican Pacific and the Gulf of California due to military activities and GNSS interference.
Domestic tourism stagnates as economy cools
The domestic tourism market in Mexico saw essentially flat-line growth in 2025 after a decline in 2024, according to data published by the Tourism Ministry (Sectur).
Aeroméxico calls for adding a third terminal to the Mexico City International Airport
Even though an entirely new international airport is now operating nearby, congestion at the original Mexico City facility's two terminals is still creating concern for the airlines.
Mexico isn’t immune to the seduction of the smartphone
It's a sign of the times perhaps, but phone addiction in Mexico is rapidly becoming a thing we all have to deal with, and it's a shame.
My American Dream is in Mexico: Lupita Ramos
Mexican-American Lupita Ramos left the United States to rediscover her roots in Mexico. What she found changed everything.
Mexico’s economy isn’t growing. What can be done? A perspective from our CEO
What needs to happen to turn around Mexico's sluggish economy? Travis Bembenek dive into the problem and possible solutions in this week's column.
When will the Mexican peso begin to behave rationally again? A perspective from our...
After an astoudingly strong performance last year, will the peso continue to defy the odds in 2026? CEO Travis Bembenek shares his take.
The Mexican legacy of landscaper Mario Schjetnan
If the subject is landscape architecture in Mexico, the name Mario Schjetnan is inescapable, thanks to his almost 50 year career in the country.
How golf sells real estate in Los Cabos
If you're buying real estate in the heart of Baja California Sur, chances are it's for the golf scene in Los Cabos. What's new in 2026?
Why Jalisco’s precious obsidian is vanishing
Mexico's obsidian has been used for everything from Mexica swords to polished jaguar statues, but its largest deposits in Jalisco are being depleted.
Remarkable Ice Age fossil find to remain in SLP for public display
Part of the collection will be housed locally in the Huasteco Regional Museum AC, located in Ciudad Valles, the Huasteca's major city. The rest will remain in the Institute of Geology of the UNAM, where specialized analyses will continue.
The Mexican researcher who’s shrinking AI — literally
On the U.S. border, one student has created a localized, miniature AI that's leading the way in autonomous device development.
What’s on in the Riviera Maya in January
From Cancún to Tulum, here's a local guide to the very best of things to do.
Domestic tourism stagnates as economy cools
The domestic tourism market in Mexico saw essentially flat-line growth in 2025 after a decline in 2024, according to data published by the Tourism Ministry (Sectur).
Aeroméxico calls for adding a third terminal to the Mexico City International Airport
Even though an entirely new international airport is now operating nearby, congestion at the original Mexico City facility's two terminals is still creating concern for the airlines.
A pretty comprehensive history of Mexican Bread (and why it matters)
Mexican bread may have come under fire recently, but the country has a longer history of baking than you might expect
How long will the recalentado last?
How long will your holiday leftovers last in Mexico? If you follow the proper safety protocols, you'll be surprised.
La Paz to receive major water boost with new dam benefitting 250,000 residents
An anticipated 2.4 billion pesos (US $133.6 million) will be invested in the dam’s development through 2027, which will generate roughly 700 direct and 1,400 indirect jobs.
Mexico, US sign accord to solve toxic sewage crisis in Tijuana and San Diego
The agreement marks the second recent positive development toward resolving the long-simmering sewage and water disputes between the neighboring countries.
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.
4 of the coolest dinosaurs that once roamed Mexico
Many millions of years ago, Mexico was home to numerous dinosaurs species, including Quetzalcóatlus and the enormous and terrifying Gorgosaurus.
Why Jalisco’s precious obsidian is vanishing
Mexico's obsidian has been used for everything from Mexica swords to polished jaguar statues, but its largest deposits in Jalisco are being depleted.
Remarkable Ice Age fossil find to remain in SLP for public display
Part of the collection will be housed locally in the Huasteco Regional Museum AC, located in Ciudad Valles, the Huasteca's major city. The rest will remain in the Institute of Geology of the UNAM, where specialized analyses will continue.
MND Local: How one Puerto Vallarta expat group avoids the pitfalls of online culture
Tired of toxic online expat forums? Puerto Vallarta's Melanie Henderson's Facebook forum seems have found the secret to fostering a positive online space for foreigners in PV.
The Mexican researcher who’s shrinking AI — literally
On the U.S. border, one student has created a localized, miniature AI that's leading the way in autonomous device development.
What’s on in the Riviera Maya in January
From Cancún to Tulum, here's a local guide to the very best of things to do.
Climate change: Migratory birds are starting to abandon the state of Jalisco
A number of once-common species — such as the American grebe and the roseate spoonbill — simply aren't coming back anymore, due to the drying wetlands and rising temperatures in western Mexico.
US-originating measles outbreak has now reached every state in Mexico
Mexico is promoting vaccination while the U.S. government is discouraging it. Either way, both countries are in danger of losing their official measles-free health status from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO).
New 10 and 20-peso coins to honor Mexico’s ancestry
Starting this year, Mexico will gradually replace its 10 and 20-peso coins with new designs honoring Tonatiuh, the Aztec sun god, and the Maya Temple of Kukulkán at Chichén Itzá.
IMF maintains 1.5% growth forecast for Mexico in 2026
The agency’s forecast is higher than that of other financial institutions, with the most recent Citi survey, for example, putting Mexico’s growth outlook at 0.3% for 2025 and 1.3% for 2026.
Why moving to Monterrey might just be your Mexican dream
It may not be the first place in Mexico expats would think to move, but Monterrey has a lot going for it, including a very welcoming community.
The Mexican legacy of landscaper Mario Schjetnan
If the subject is landscape architecture in Mexico, the name Mario Schjetnan is inescapable, thanks to his almost 50 year career in the country.
How golf sells real estate in Los Cabos
If you're buying real estate in the heart of Baja California Sur, chances are it's for the golf scene in Los Cabos. What's new in 2026?
Mexican students turn water crisis into global innovation, compete for prestigious sustainability prize
Monterrey-area high schoolers didn't just learn from a water crisis in 2022, they used it as a platform to innovate and now are up for the Zayed Sustainability Prize.
La Paz to receive major water boost with new dam benefitting 250,000 residents
An anticipated 2.4 billion pesos (US $133.6 million) will be invested in the dam’s development through 2027, which will generate roughly 700 direct and 1,400 indirect jobs.
Mexico, US sign accord to solve toxic sewage crisis in Tijuana and San Diego
The agreement marks the second recent positive development toward resolving the long-simmering sewage and water disputes between the neighboring countries.
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.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? How the AI race changes the game
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas argues that Mexico is a critical partner in North America's AI race.
Tariffs cause a steep drop in Mexico’s heavy-duty vehicle industry
The plunge was across the board — exports, domestic sales, wholesale sales, production — with exports dipping below even pandemic-year lows.
Labubus are now being made in Mexico for the US market
Nearshoring but make it cute? Pop Mart's move to Mexico — via contracted manufacturing facilities — puts Labubu monsters closer to its U.S. customer base, with shorter shipping times and potential tariff advantages.
Is Frida Kahlo overrated?
It might be sacrilege to suggest, but Bethany Platanella takes a look at the (controversial) evidence behind the claim.
Veracruz student Valeria Palacios wins the World Education Medal
With artifical intelligence and robotics, the 19-year-old college student from Veracruz tackled a range of social and environmental problems facing her community.
Trump: The US will ‘now’ start hitting Mexican land targets
President Sheinbaum reacted by declaring sovereignty a priority, but reiterated that Mexico is willing to continue working cooperatively with the United States on security issues.
A pretty comprehensive history of Mexican Bread (and why it matters)
Mexican bread may have come under fire recently, but the country has a longer history of baking than you might expect
Cheers to cider, Mexico’s favorite bubbly beverage
Mexico has been producing ciders for hundreds of years, but the quality, particularly in the state of Puebla, has never been higher.
A pretty comprehensive history of Mexican Bread (and why it matters)
Mexican bread may have come under fire recently, but the country has a longer history of baking than you might expect
How long will the recalentado last?
How long will your holiday leftovers last in Mexico? If you follow the proper safety protocols, you'll be surprised.
Why you should skip the ‘acitrón’ sweet in your Rosca de Reyes
The ingredients for acitrón come from a protected cactus species threatened with extinction. But Mexican scientists think they're on track to develop a long-term method to repopulate it.
