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MND Local: Puerto Vallarta’s greatest volunteer
Shashanda Trujillo has dedicated her life in Puerto Vallarta to helping the community, with incredible effect.
Puerto Vallarta rolls out the red carpet for first cruise ship arrival since El Mencho’s death
Mariachis and local officials welcomed more than 4,000 tourists aboard the Norweigan Bliss, as normal cruise traffic begins to return to the Pacific port city.
Tlacaxipehualiztli, the gory Mexica festival to welcome spring
The ancient Mexica welcomed spring each year with Tlacaxipehualiztli, a seasonal 20-day festival dedicated to the god of fertility, Xipe Tótec.
MND Local: Puerto Vallarta’s greatest volunteer
Shashanda Trujillo has dedicated her life in Puerto Vallarta to helping the community, with incredible effect.
Puerto Vallarta rolls out the red carpet for first cruise ship arrival since El...
Mariachis and local officials welcomed more than 4,000 tourists aboard the Norweigan Bliss, as normal cruise traffic begins to return to the Pacific port city.
Tlacaxipehualiztli, the gory Mexica festival to welcome spring
The ancient Mexica welcomed spring each year with Tlacaxipehualiztli, a seasonal 20-day festival dedicated to the god of fertility, Xipe Tótec.
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‘There is still more to be done’ for women in Mexico, says Sheinbaum: Wednesday’s...
On Wednesday, the president acknowledged recent cases of femicide and reiterated her commitment to increasing safety and economic autonomy for Mexican women.
Why did FIFA cancel 40% of its Mexico City hotel bookings for the World...
In the last 30 days, 800 of the 2,000 rooms that FIFA booked to be occupied during the World Cup in Mexico City were released. Is interest waning or did FIFA just overbook?
INAH to reopen Toniná after wresting site from landowner who demanded government pay rent
Toniná's expropriation means that not only will the site be open to the public and to researchers, but also that it will be used to promote and implement responsible tourism after years of closure.
Pemex denies responsibility in Veracruz oil spill
First detected off the coast of Pajapan on Monday, the spill has since spread to the municipalities of Tatahuicapan, Mecayapan, Coatzacoalcos and Cárdenas, Tabasco, affecting at least 150 km of coastline.
With war on Iran intensifying, 279 Mexicans have been evacuated from the Middle East
Evacuation has been complicated by the number of countries in the region that have closed their airspace, and by the need to identify safe land routes.
Mexico’s export revenue was up 8% in January
Reported by the national statistics agency INEGI last Friday, the year-over-year increase was the largest for the month of January since 2023, when export revenue surged 25.6%.
Made in Mexico: Mathias Goeritz
Mathias Goeritz was a notable painter and sculptor, doing his best work after fleeing the Nazi regime in his native Germany and moving to Mexico.
El Jalapeño: Trump suggests ‘El Mencho’ would be ‘tremendous’ leader for Iran — calls...
“I could stand in the middle of Tehran and shoot somebody, and I wouldn’t lose any voters.” - Donald Trump (maybe)
MND Local: Wildlife rescues, a roundabout update and new goals for Los Cabos tourism
There's a lot going on in Los Cabos right now, from tourism connecitivy and infrastructure updates to a series of dramatic wildlife rescues.
The growing tragedy of Cuba
What's happening to Cuba is a tragedy, as Mexico wants to send oil along with humanitarian aid, but the U.S. is pressuring it not to. Meanwhile, the people suffer.
Who will succeed ‘El Mencho’ as chief of the Jalisco cartel? Friday’s mañanera recapped
A slew of cartel arrests following Sunday's unrest, an update on military casualties and Sinaloa's declining homicide rate were central themes of Friday's presidential press conference.
Opinion: You don’t get to lie about my home
Social media and A.I. conspired this week to make the violence in Mexico after El Mencho's death look much worse than it actually was. Expat Charlotte Smith discusses her lived reality.
‘There is still more to be done’ for women in Mexico, says Sheinbaum: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
On Wednesday, the president acknowledged recent cases of femicide and reiterated her commitment to increasing safety and economic autonomy for Mexican women.
Why did FIFA cancel 40% of its Mexico City hotel bookings for the World Cup?
In the last 30 days, 800 of the 2,000 rooms that FIFA booked to be occupied during the World Cup in Mexico City were released. Is interest waning or did FIFA just overbook?
INAH to reopen Toniná after wresting site from landowner who demanded government pay rent
Toniná's expropriation means that not only will the site be open to the public and to researchers, but also that it will be used to promote and implement responsible tourism after years of closure.
Pemex denies responsibility in Veracruz oil spill
First detected off the coast of Pajapan on Monday, the spill has since spread to the municipalities of Tatahuicapan, Mecayapan, Coatzacoalcos and Cárdenas, Tabasco, affecting at least 150 km of coastline.
With war on Iran intensifying, 279 Mexicans have been evacuated from the Middle East
Evacuation has been complicated by the number of countries in the region that have closed their airspace, and by the need to identify safe land routes.
Mexico’s export revenue was up 8% in January
Reported by the national statistics agency INEGI last Friday, the year-over-year increase was the largest for the month of January since 2023, when export revenue surged 25.6%.
Back to business: Investor confidence in Jalisco remains high 10 days...
Hotel bookings are regaining lost ground, flights have been rescheduled, planned events are still on and investors have adopted a full-speed-ahead approach to Jalisco following a momentary flare-up of cartel violence in the state on Feb. 22.
In the wake of another fallen cartel leader, 10 reasons why this time could...
After the fall of a major cartel leader, conventional wisdom predicts more violence. Mexico News Daily's CEO makes the case for why this time could genuinely be different.
An unprecedented 24-hour period for MND: A perspective from our CEO
It's not every Sunday that a country captures — and kills — its most-wanted criminal. Here's how it unfolded in our newsroom, and why our readers should care.
Lessons from 52 years of bilingual education in San Miguel: ‘Confidently Wrong’ talks to...
How can English-speaking children join a bilingual program? Graciela Salazar, principal of San Miguel's beloved bilingual school, has the answers to that and other questions on this week's episode of "Confidently Wrong."
What’s it really like to raise kids in Mexico? ‘Confidently Wrong’ interviews 3 couples...
How does raising children in Mexico compare to the U.S., the U.K. and Canada? Three couples share their experiences on this week's episode pf "Confidently Wrong."
US Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs: What does it mean for Mexico?
The ruling frees Mexico from paying certain Trump tariffs, such as the "fentanyl tariff" and the "reciprocal tariffs," though other exporting nations will probably get more relief than Mexico.
Mexico, China hold first face-to-face trade talks since tariff dispute
Both sides see an opportunity to deepen trade ties, but the challenges include Mexico's recent tariffs on Chinese goods and Trump's anti-China shadow looming over the USMCA renegotiations.
Mexico and India eye tech investment, pharma deals in push to deepen trade ties
Science and tech took center stage at the talks, which are set to continue leading up to an in-person meeting with India's trade minister in late March.
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Coca-Cola will celebrate 100 years in Mexico by investing US $6B
The company said that a strong marketing strategy leading up to the World Cup could offset the cost of Mexico's recent tax hike on sugary drinks like Coke.
Facing billions in back taxes in Mexico and the US, TV Azteca announces bankruptcy...
The broadcaster's billionaire owner, Ricardo Salinas Pliego, insists that the move is not a prelude to bankruptcy but rather a strategy for staying on the air while dealing with mounting liabilities.
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USD
17.63
CAD
12.91
EUR
20.45
Sheinbaum’s electoral reform meets resistance on all sides as congressional vote looms
The bill's failure to pass would be the first sign of a fissure in the supermajority that has powered Morena's legislative agenda since 2024.
Sheinbaum defends the military’s place in daily life: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
On Tuesday, Sheinbaum heaped praise on the Mexican Army — which she described as "something special" and "unique in the world" — and rejected claims that Mexico has been militarized by her government.
‘There is still more to be done’ for women in Mexico,...
On Wednesday, the president acknowledged recent cases of femicide and reiterated her commitment to increasing safety and economic autonomy for Mexican women.
Lessons from 52 years of bilingual education in San Miguel: ‘Confidently Wrong’ talks to Escuela Vasconcelos
How can English-speaking children join a bilingual program? Graciela Salazar, principal of San Miguel's beloved bilingual school, has the answers to that and other questions on this week's episode of "Confidently Wrong."
What’s it really like to raise kids in Mexico? ‘Confidently Wrong’ interviews 3 couples on the front lines
How does raising children in Mexico compare to the U.S., the U.K. and Canada? Three couples share their experiences on this week's episode pf "Confidently Wrong."
Medical inflation and tax changes are increasing health insurance premiums by up to 40%
Mexico is projected to have the highest medical cost inflation globally in 2026, with an estimated average rate of 14.8%. According to industry experts, this could lead to three million Mexicans dropping their private health insurance this year.
Puerto Vallarta rolls out the red carpet for first cruise ship arrival since El Mencho’s death
Mariachis and local officials welcomed more than 4,000 tourists aboard the Norweigan Bliss, as normal cruise traffic begins to return to the Pacific port city.
Why did FIFA cancel 40% of its Mexico City hotel bookings for the World Cup?
In the last 30 days, 800 of the 2,000 rooms that FIFA booked to be occupied during the World Cup in Mexico City were released. Is interest waning or did FIFA just overbook?
What’s on in the Riviera Maya this March
March is rich in events on the Riviera Maya, with everything from candlelight concerts, opera and Ricky Martin live to dog festivals.
What’s it really like to raise kids in Mexico? ‘Confidently Wrong’ interviews 3 couples...
How does raising children in Mexico compare to the U.S., the U.K. and Canada? Three couples share their experiences on this week's episode pf "Confidently Wrong."
Medical inflation and tax changes are increasing health insurance premiums by up to 40%
Mexico is projected to have the highest medical cost inflation globally in 2026, with an estimated average rate of 14.8%. According to industry experts, this could lead to three million Mexicans dropping their private health insurance this year.
An unprecedented 24-hour period for MND: A perspective from our CEO
It's not every Sunday that a country captures — and kills — its most-wanted criminal. Here's how it unfolded in our newsroom, and why our readers should care.
Lessons from 52 years of bilingual education in San Miguel: ‘Confidently Wrong’ talks to...
How can English-speaking children join a bilingual program? Graciela Salazar, principal of San Miguel's beloved bilingual school, has the answers to that and other questions on this week's episode of "Confidently Wrong."
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.
INAH to reopen Toniná after wresting site from landowner who demanded government pay rent
Toniná's expropriation means that not only will the site be open to the public and to researchers, but also that it will be used to promote and implement responsible tourism after years of closure.
Made in Mexico: Mathias Goeritz
Mathias Goeritz was a notable painter and sculptor, doing his best work after fleeing the Nazi regime in his native Germany and moving to Mexico.
MND Local: Wildlife rescues, a roundabout update and new goals for Los Cabos tourism
There's a lot going on in Los Cabos right now, from tourism connecitivy and infrastructure updates to a series of dramatic wildlife rescues.
MND Local: Investment and diplomacy in San Miguel de Allende
San Miguel de Allende has had a busy month, with visiting ambassadors, train announcements, electric car news, local closures and more.
Why did FIFA cancel 40% of its Mexico City hotel bookings for the World...
In the last 30 days, 800 of the 2,000 rooms that FIFA booked to be occupied during the World Cup in Mexico City were released. Is interest waning or did FIFA just overbook?
What’s on in the Riviera Maya this March
March is rich in events on the Riviera Maya, with everything from candlelight concerts, opera and Ricky Martin live to dog festivals.
Uber Eats campaign, ‘La que pica’ celebrates Mexico City’s spiciest salsas
As part of a new marketing campaign for Uber Eats, Mexico City's best taquería's are showcasing their spiciest salsas in bottles labeled as "La que pica."
Cayao and the expanding Pacific horizons of Los Cabos cuisine
The Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo del Sol is notable not just for its accommodations, but also for Cayao, the new fusion cuisine restaurant from Richard Sandoval.
Cutzamala, the Mexico City area’s main water supply system, is getting its first upgrade...
The system, which carries water from three México state dams to 5 million users in the Valley of Mexico and its surroundings, uses some of the largest pumping equipment in the world.
Space tech built to find water on Mars now tracks Mexico’s leaking pipes
At least 60% of Mexico’s drinking water disappears before reaching taps because of clandestine connections or leaks. Puebla-based Integrored is taking a bird's-eye approach to the problem.
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.
Tlacaxipehualiztli, the gory Mexica festival to welcome spring
The ancient Mexica welcomed spring each year with Tlacaxipehualiztli, a seasonal 20-day festival dedicated to the god of fertility, Xipe Tótec.
INAH to reopen Toniná after wresting site from landowner who demanded government pay rent
Toniná's expropriation means that not only will the site be open to the public and to researchers, but also that it will be used to promote and implement responsible tourism after years of closure.
Made in Mexico: Mathias Goeritz
Mathias Goeritz was a notable painter and sculptor, doing his best work after fleeing the Nazi regime in his native Germany and moving to Mexico.
MND Local: Puerto Vallarta’s greatest volunteer
Shashanda Trujillo has dedicated her life in Puerto Vallarta to helping the community, with incredible effect.
MND Local: Wildlife rescues, a roundabout update and new goals for Los Cabos tourism
There's a lot going on in Los Cabos right now, from tourism connecitivy and infrastructure updates to a series of dramatic wildlife rescues.
MND Local: Investment and diplomacy in San Miguel de Allende
San Miguel de Allende has had a busy month, with visiting ambassadors, train announcements, electric car news, local closures and more.
Pemex denies responsibility in Veracruz oil spill
First detected off the coast of Pajapan on Monday, the spill has since spread to the municipalities of Tatahuicapan, Mecayapan, Coatzacoalcos and Cárdenas, Tabasco, affecting at least 150 km of coastline.
With war on Iran intensifying, 279 Mexicans have been evacuated from the Middle East
Evacuation has been complicated by the number of countries in the region that have closed their airspace, and by the need to identify safe land routes.
Mexico’s export revenue was up 8% in January
Reported by the national statistics agency INEGI last Friday, the year-over-year increase was the largest for the month of January since 2023, when export revenue surged 25.6%.
Peso depreciates on fears of a prolonged war in the Middle East
After closing at 17.28 to the dollar on Monday, the peso weakened to around 17.80 to the greenback on Tuesday morning before recouping some losses.
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.
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.
Heat, drought and division: Climate change in the borderlands
Climate change in the borderlands between the U.S. and Mexico, in an area already beset by extreme heat and drought, is creating numerous challenges for both governments.
Cutzamala, the Mexico City area’s main water supply system, is getting its first upgrade...
The system, which carries water from three México state dams to 5 million users in the Valley of Mexico and its surroundings, uses some of the largest pumping equipment in the world.
Space tech built to find water on Mars now tracks Mexico’s leaking pipes
At least 60% of Mexico’s drinking water disappears before reaching taps because of clandestine connections or leaks. Puebla-based Integrored is taking a bird's-eye approach to the problem.
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.
US Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs: What does it mean for Mexico?
The ruling frees Mexico from paying certain Trump tariffs, such as the "fentanyl tariff" and the "reciprocal tariffs," though other exporting nations will probably get more relief than Mexico.
Mexico, China hold first face-to-face trade talks since tariff dispute
Both sides see an opportunity to deepen trade ties, but the challenges include Mexico's recent tariffs on Chinese goods and Trump's anti-China shadow looming over the USMCA renegotiations.
Mexico and India eye tech investment, pharma deals in push to deepen trade ties
Science and tech took center stage at the talks, which are set to continue leading up to an in-person meeting with India's trade minister in late March.
The growing tragedy of Cuba
What's happening to Cuba is a tragedy, as Mexico wants to send oil along with humanitarian aid, but the U.S. is pressuring it not to. Meanwhile, the people suffer.
Who will succeed ‘El Mencho’ as chief of the Jalisco cartel? Friday’s mañanera recapped
A slew of cartel arrests following Sunday's unrest, an update on military casualties and Sinaloa's declining homicide rate were central themes of Friday's presidential press conference.
Opinion: You don’t get to lie about my home
Social media and A.I. conspired this week to make the violence in Mexico after El Mencho's death look much worse than it actually was. Expat Charlotte Smith discusses her lived reality.
Traveling to Guadalajara? Here’s what it’s like in western Mexico right now
Mexico News Daily spoke to residents in Guadalajara to understand how daily life is looking in the aftermath of the violent operational response of the CJNG to the fall of its leader on Sunday.
These 3 Mexican coffee shops rank among the best in the world
From Chiapas to Guadalajara to Mexico City, these three Mexican coffee shops showcase Mexico's coffee heritage while serving up world-class brews.
Uber Eats campaign, ‘La que pica’ celebrates Mexico City’s spiciest salsas
As part of a new marketing campaign for Uber Eats, Mexico City's best taquería's are showcasing their spiciest salsas in bottles labeled as "La que pica."
Cayao and the expanding Pacific horizons of Los Cabos cuisine
The Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo del Sol is notable not just for its accommodations, but also for Cayao, the new fusion cuisine restaurant from Richard Sandoval.
The best Chinese restaurants in Mexico City to celebrate the Year of the Fire...
Chinese New Year and the Year of the Fire Horse have arrived, and there are plenty of restaurants in Mexico City in which to celebrate.
