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What does news industry carnage mean for MND? A perspective from our CEO
As legacy newspapers slash staff and shut down, what's next for small publications like Mexico News Daily — and why does it matter? CEO Travis Bembenek shares his take.
Are you ready for Super Bowl LX? Here’s what we’ve talked about at MND
Get ready for kickoff this Sunday: Catch up on Mexico News Daily's Mexico-related Super Bowl coverage on the avocado industry, Bad Bunny, Mexicans in Super Bowl history and more.
When education doesn’t get you too far
Going to college in Mexico is no guarantee of good paying job, and opening a small business is often prohibitively expensive. So what goals should young people have?
What does news industry carnage mean for MND? A perspective from our CEO
As legacy newspapers slash staff and shut down, what's next for small publications like Mexico News Daily — and why does it matter? CEO Travis Bembenek shares his take.
Are you ready for Super Bowl LX? Here’s what we’ve talked about at MND
Get ready for kickoff this Sunday: Catch up on Mexico News Daily's Mexico-related Super Bowl coverage on the avocado industry, Bad Bunny, Mexicans in Super Bowl history and more.
When education doesn’t get you too far
Going to college in Mexico is no guarantee of good paying job, and opening a small business is often prohibitively expensive. So what goals should young people have?
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An overlooked history of Mexicans in the Super Bowl
Mexicans and Mexican Americans provide a big part of Super Bowl history, whether playing in the big game or performing as part of halftime festivities.
Puebla students build nanosatellite to keep Mexico safe from volcanic eruptions
A team of Puebla college students just launched a satellite to monitor Popocatépetl, Mexico's most dangerous active volcano, from space.
Security advances in Michoacán and a corrupt mayor’s arrest: Friday’s mañanera recapped
A decline in Michoacán's homicide rate and the investigation of the corrupt mayor of Tequila, Jalisco, were topics of note at Friday's presidential presser.
UN tourism program aims to boost benefits and reduce harm to Mexico’s coastal communities
By joining the U.N.'s iCOAST program, the Tourism Ministry seeks to end Mexicans' longstanding ambivalence toward tourism, in which its positives have sometimes been overshadowed by its harms.
4 US Air Force aircraft make emergency landing on the Baja Peninsula
It was the second landing of U.S. military aircraft on Mexican soil in just over two weeks, although both were authorized by the Mexican Defense Ministry.
A Mixtec eatery in Oaxaca city wins Best Restaurant of the Year
Tierra del Sol, located in Oaxaca city, uses traditional techniques and ingredients like corn, cacao and nopal to craft innovative culinary experiences.
Mexico City’s most paw-some pet hotels
To say Mexico City welcomes pets is a bit of an understatement. The capital city is filled wit dog-friendly parks as well as trendy dog-friendly hotels.
Why Flora Farms is Baja California Sur’s premier farm-to-table destination
Flora Farms organic produce provides ingredients for its acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant in San José del Cabo, but that's only one of the things that makes the business special.
Mayor of Tequila, Jalisco, arrested for extortion and alleged cartel ties
The mayor has been accused of extorting tequila maker José Cuervo and illegally turning the National Tequila Museum into his personal residence.
A history of the Maya: The Early Classic period
As the Maya world transitioned from the Late Preclassic to the Early Classic period, new cities rose to prominence in places like Tikal, Uaxactún and Dzibanché.
The last days of Ángela Peralta, the ‘Mexican Nightingale’
Ángela Peralta, the "Mexican Nightingale," went to Mazatlán in 1883 to perform, but before she could do so died in a yellow fever epidemic that gripped the city.
Tourism Ministry, seeking to reactivate local tourism, opens new beach access points in Tulum
Tulum, traditionally been one of Mexico's favorite tourism attractions, has seen a decrease in visitors lately. Some say the privatization of public beaches is partly to blame.
An overlooked history of Mexicans in the Super Bowl
Mexicans and Mexican Americans provide a big part of Super Bowl history, whether playing in the big game or performing as part of halftime festivities.
Puebla students build nanosatellite to keep Mexico safe from volcanic eruptions
A team of Puebla college students just launched a satellite to monitor Popocatépetl, Mexico's most dangerous active volcano, from space.
Security advances in Michoacán and a corrupt mayor’s arrest: Friday’s mañanera recapped
A decline in Michoacán's homicide rate and the investigation of the corrupt mayor of Tequila, Jalisco, were topics of note at Friday's presidential presser.
UN tourism program aims to boost benefits and reduce harm to Mexico’s coastal communities
By joining the U.N.'s iCOAST program, the Tourism Ministry seeks to end Mexicans' longstanding ambivalence toward tourism, in which its positives have sometimes been overshadowed by its harms.
4 US Air Force aircraft make emergency landing on the Baja Peninsula
It was the second landing of U.S. military aircraft on Mexican soil in just over two weeks, although both were authorized by the Mexican Defense Ministry.
A Mixtec eatery in Oaxaca city wins Best Restaurant of the Year
Tierra del Sol, located in Oaxaca city, uses traditional techniques and ingredients like corn, cacao and nopal to craft innovative culinary experiences.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? The bilateral agriculture relationship
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas provides four reasons why Mexico is extraordinarily relevant to the U.S. agricultural industry.
What does news industry carnage mean for MND? A perspective from our CEO
As legacy newspapers slash staff and shut down, what's next for small publications like Mexico News Daily — and why does it matter? CEO Travis Bembenek shares his take.
From San Miguel to Wall Street: A ‘Confidently Wrong’ conversation about raising kids in...
In episode two of the new season of MND's podcast, "Confidently Wrong," CEO Travis Bembenek interviews Ann Dolan about her family's experience, from pre-K to college.
Introducing Season 2 of the ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast: Raising expat kids in Mexico
Retirees and digital nomads love Mexico — but what about families? A new season of "Confidently Wrong" dives into the challenges and benefits of raising kids abroad.
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.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? The bilateral agriculture relationship
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas provides four reasons why Mexico is extraordinarily relevant to the U.S. agricultural industry.
Mexico, US agree to begin formal USMCA trade talks. Where does that leave Canada?
The talks will address rules of origin for industrial goods, critical minerals collaboration and trade policy alignment, as Mexico seeks to safeguard its crucial trade relationship with its northern neighbor.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? Why ‘value added’ matters more than gross...
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas explains why the U.S.-Mexico automaker relationship isn’t a normal buyer-seller partnership, and how decoupling would prove advantageous only to China.
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Business confidence in Mexico hits its lowest point in 3 years
Economic weakness (just 0.7% growth in 2025), inflationary challenges, new tariffs and anxiety over the scheduled review of the USMCA trade agreement are likely contributing factors.
Grupo Modelo’s plan to make Mexico the World Cup’s best host country: Beer everywhere
Not all World Cup competition will be on the pitches this summer. Each of the three hosting nations wants to be considered the best host, and Mexico is in it to win.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
17.26
CAD
12.61
EUR
20.40
BBC correspondent presses Sheinbaum on violence in Sinaloa: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
"Murders, assassinations, terrible mutilations. What's it going to take for your government to bring that violence under control?" BBC correspondent Quentin Sommerville asked the president this morning.
Will Sheinbaum’s electoral reform block organized crime from funding Mexico’s political parties?
President Sheinbaum's soon-to-be-made-public electoral reform includes measures aimed at increasing oversight of campaign finances, but the opposition warns they will "formalize narco-politics."
Security advances in Michoacán and a corrupt mayor’s arrest: Friday’s mañanera...
A decline in Michoacán's homicide rate and the investigation of the corrupt mayor of Tequila, Jalisco, were topics of note at Friday's presidential presser.
When education doesn’t get you too far
Going to college in Mexico is no guarantee of good paying job, and opening a small business is often prohibitively expensive. So what goals should young people have?
From San Miguel to Wall Street: A ‘Confidently Wrong’ conversation about raising kids in Mexico
In episode two of the new season of MND's podcast, "Confidently Wrong," CEO Travis Bembenek interviews Ann Dolan about her family's experience, from pre-K to college.
A tale of two lost wallets
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, as Sarah DeVries discovered another thing to love about life in Mexico.
UN tourism program aims to boost benefits and reduce harm to Mexico’s coastal communities
By joining the U.N.'s iCOAST program, the Tourism Ministry seeks to end Mexicans' longstanding ambivalence toward tourism, in which its positives have sometimes been overshadowed by its harms.
Mexico City’s most paw-some pet hotels
To say Mexico City welcomes pets is a bit of an understatement. The capital city is filled wit dog-friendly parks as well as trendy dog-friendly hotels.
Volaris launches 33 new flights, deepening Mexico-US connectivity ahead of the World Cup
The low-cost carrier is now offering 11 new flights to the U.S., including its first connections to Detroit and Salt Lake City.
From San Miguel to Wall Street: A ‘Confidently Wrong’ conversation about raising kids in...
In episode two of the new season of MND's podcast, "Confidently Wrong," CEO Travis Bembenek interviews Ann Dolan about her family's experience, from pre-K to college.
A tale of two lost wallets
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, as Sarah DeVries discovered another thing to love about life in Mexico.
From San Miguel to Wall Street: A ‘Confidently Wrong’ conversation about raising kids in...
In episode two of the new season of MND's podcast, "Confidently Wrong," CEO Travis Bembenek interviews Ann Dolan about her family's experience, from pre-K to college.
Introducing Season 2 of the ‘Confidently Wrong’ podcast: Raising expat kids in Mexico
Retirees and digital nomads love Mexico — but what about families? A new season of "Confidently Wrong" dives into the challenges and benefits of raising kids abroad.
Is it cheaper to build or buy in Mexico? The answer may surprise you
Thinking of building rather than buying in Mexico? Real estate expert Glenn Rotton thinks you should read this first.
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.
Contemporary classical composer Gabriela Ortiz leads contingent of Mexican Grammy winners
Ortiz, 61, won the best contemporary classical composition Grammy for “Dzonot,” inspired by the cenotes of the Yucatán Peninsula. Natalia Lafourcade and Carín León also took home statuettes.
Mexico City’s Art Week 2026 is here: The MND guide to what to see
The capital's 2026 Art Week has begun, and as usual, it promises not to disappoint. Read our top picks on what to see as contemporary artists from Mexico and beyond strut their stuff.
Avocados From Mexico ditches US $8M Super Bowl ad for AI ‘Guac Guru’
Dubbed the “Prediction Pit,” the web-based experience features an AI avatar modeled after comedian Rob Riggle, who plays "Guac Guru" to offer live football predictions.
How an 81-year-old gringa launched a Mexican opera company
Kate Burt was still learning Spanish when she became involved with theater in Guanajuato. Before long, she had founded the city's first opera company.
Mexico City’s most paw-some pet hotels
To say Mexico City welcomes pets is a bit of an understatement. The capital city is filled wit dog-friendly parks as well as trendy dog-friendly hotels.
Volaris launches 33 new flights, deepening Mexico-US connectivity ahead of the World Cup
The low-cost carrier is now offering 11 new flights to the U.S., including its first connections to Detroit and Salt Lake City.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? The bilateral agriculture relationship
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas provides four reasons why Mexico is extraordinarily relevant to the U.S. agricultural industry.
Churrería El Moro opens in Los Angeles, its second outpost in SoCal
Churrería El Moro, Mexico City’s most famous churro shop, opened its first store in Los Angeles, California, on Jan. 29, following the success of its Costa Mesa location.
Mexico starts 2026 with lowest drought levels in 6 years
With only 7.4% of the country experiencing drought, the portion of Mexico under hydric stress is five times smaller than it was last year at this time.
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.
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.
A Mixtec eatery in Oaxaca city wins Best Restaurant of the Year
Tierra del Sol, located in Oaxaca city, uses traditional techniques and ingredients like corn, cacao and nopal to craft innovative culinary experiences.
Contemporary classical composer Gabriela Ortiz leads contingent of Mexican Grammy winners
Ortiz, 61, won the best contemporary classical composition Grammy for “Dzonot,” inspired by the cenotes of the Yucatán Peninsula. Natalia Lafourcade and Carín León also took home statuettes.
Mexico City’s Art Week 2026 is here: The MND guide to what to see
The capital's 2026 Art Week has begun, and as usual, it promises not to disappoint. Read our top picks on what to see as contemporary artists from Mexico and beyond strut their stuff.
Are you ready for Super Bowl LX? Here’s what we’ve talked about at MND
Get ready for kickoff this Sunday: Catch up on Mexico News Daily's Mexico-related Super Bowl coverage on the avocado industry, Bad Bunny, Mexicans in Super Bowl history and more.
Avocados From Mexico ditches US $8M Super Bowl ad for AI ‘Guac Guru’
Dubbed the “Prediction Pit,” the web-based experience features an AI avatar modeled after comedian Rob Riggle, who plays "Guac Guru" to offer live football predictions.
How an 81-year-old gringa launched a Mexican opera company
Kate Burt was still learning Spanish when she became involved with theater in Guanajuato. Before long, she had founded the city's first opera company.
Mexico commits to make yearly water deliveries to US after tariff threats
The 1944 water treaty remains in force, with Mexico agreeing to take steps to avoid a repeat of the recent non-compliance issues by making yearly minimum water deliveries.
Puebla students build nanosatellite to keep Mexico safe from volcanic eruptions
A team of Puebla college students just launched a satellite to monitor Popocatépetl, Mexico's most dangerous active volcano, from space.
4 US Air Force aircraft make emergency landing on the Baja Peninsula
It was the second landing of U.S. military aircraft on Mexican soil in just over two weeks, although both were authorized by the Mexican Defense Ministry.
Mayor of Tequila, Jalisco, arrested for extortion and alleged cartel ties
The mayor has been accused of extorting tequila maker José Cuervo and illegally turning the National Tequila Museum into his personal residence.
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.
Is it cheaper to build or buy in Mexico? The answer may surprise you
Thinking of building rather than buying in Mexico? Real estate expert Glenn Rotton thinks you should read this first.
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.
Mexico commits to make yearly water deliveries to US after tariff threats
The 1944 water treaty remains in force, with Mexico agreeing to take steps to avoid a repeat of the recent non-compliance issues by making yearly minimum water deliveries.
Mexico starts 2026 with lowest drought levels in 6 years
With only 7.4% of the country experiencing drought, the portion of Mexico under hydric stress is five times smaller than it was last year at this time.
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.
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? The bilateral agriculture relationship
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas provides four reasons why Mexico is extraordinarily relevant to the U.S. agricultural industry.
Mexico, US agree to begin formal USMCA trade talks. Where does that leave Canada?
The talks will address rules of origin for industrial goods, critical minerals collaboration and trade policy alignment, as Mexico seeks to safeguard its crucial trade relationship with its northern neighbor.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? Why ‘value added’ matters more than gross...
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas explains why the U.S.-Mexico automaker relationship isn’t a normal buyer-seller partnership, and how decoupling would prove advantageous only to China.
A history of the Maya: The Early Classic period
As the Maya world transitioned from the Late Preclassic to the Early Classic period, new cities rose to prominence in places like Tikal, Uaxactún and Dzibanché.
The last days of Ángela Peralta, the ‘Mexican Nightingale’
Ángela Peralta, the "Mexican Nightingale," went to Mazatlán in 1883 to perform, but before she could do so died in a yellow fever epidemic that gripped the city.
Tourism Ministry, seeking to reactivate local tourism, opens new beach access points in Tulum
Tulum, traditionally been one of Mexico's favorite tourism attractions, has seen a decrease in visitors lately. Some say the privatization of public beaches is partly to blame.
Is security in Mexico improving or are the numbers being manipulated?
The federal government says that homicides declined 30% in 2025. But disappearances are up 16%. The discrepancy has raised alarm bells among security experts.
Why Flora Farms is Baja California Sur’s premier farm-to-table destination
Flora Farms organic produce provides ingredients for its acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant in San José del Cabo, but that's only one of the things that makes the business special.
Opinion: Could Mexico make America great again? The bilateral agriculture relationship
In this week's article, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico Pedro Casas provides four reasons why Mexico is extraordinarily relevant to the U.S. agricultural industry.
Churrería El Moro opens in Los Angeles, its second outpost in SoCal
Churrería El Moro, Mexico City’s most famous churro shop, opened its first store in Los Angeles, California, on Jan. 29, following the success of its Costa Mesa location.
Mexican farmers will teach Indigenous methods at German organic fair
The Mexican delegation will bring to Nuremberg techniques from the Amuzgo, Mam, Ódami, Totonac, Tzotzil, Yokot'an and Zapotec communities, among others.
