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A Frida Kahlo self-portrait sells for US $54.7M, a new record for a female artist
The blockbuster sale comes as “Fridamania” has resurged, with the opening of Casa Roja Museum in Mexico City and recent exhibits in Chicago and China.
Baja California woman sentenced to 20 years over murder of visiting surfers
Ary Gisell Silva, 23, pleaded guilty to instigating the murder of two Australian brothers and their American friend, who traveled to Baja on a surf trip.
New Southwest Airlines flights will connect Puerto Vallarta and Las Vegas
Las Vegas joins a half dozen other western U.S. cities with direct Southwest flights to Puerto Vallarta, and new routes to Los Cabos and Cancún coming ahead of the World Cup.
A Frida Kahlo self-portrait sells for US $54.7M, a new record for a female...
The blockbuster sale comes as “Fridamania” has resurged, with the opening of Casa Roja Museum in Mexico City and recent exhibits in Chicago and China.
Baja California woman sentenced to 20 years over murder of visiting surfers
Ary Gisell Silva, 23, pleaded guilty to instigating the murder of two Australian brothers and their American friend, who traveled to Baja on a surf trip.
New Southwest Airlines flights will connect Puerto Vallarta and Las Vegas
Las Vegas joins a half dozen other western U.S. cities with direct Southwest flights to Puerto Vallarta, and new routes to Los Cabos and Cancún coming ahead of the World Cup.
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Tabasqueña Fátima Bosch wins Miss Universe after pageant bullying episode
After contest plagued by multiple controversies, Bosch's win was announced Friday, making her the fourth Mexican woman to take home the crown.
Meet the Iztapalapa artist making luchador masks for F1 racers
From spraying murals on the streets of Iztapalapa, one artist has now teamed up with Williams F1 Team to take Mexican culture to new heights.
How Guadalajara embodies Mexico’s entrepreneurial spirit
Small businesses account for the majority of Mexico's gross domestic product, further proof of the nation's thriving entrepreneurial spirit. Guadalajara is particularly rich in this regard.
Sheinbaum takes aim at violent protesters in Revolution Day speech
Five days after "Gen Z" protesters attacked police in the Zócalo, Sheinbaum condemned the normalization of violence before the annual military-civic parade.
Mexico is now the top buyer of U.S. goods, beating out Canada
Mexico City economist Alfonso Muñoz characterized the change as an "inflection point" for the U.S. and Mexico's tightly connected economies.
Mexico’s U-17 men’s team misses World Cup trophy, but gains new friendships
Cruel social media posts insulting the team for not going further were offset by the respect and friendship that the young Mexican and Japanese players showed to each other.
US sanctions Canadian snowboarder accused of leading a murderous Mexican crime ring
The former Canadian Olympian is a top target of the U.S. Justice and Treasury Departments, and has been called “a modern-day iteration of Pablo Escobar.”
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.
Guadalajara and Monterrey will host playoff games to determine the remaining World Cup teams
A record high of 48 teams will be competing for the FIFA World Cup next summer with six slots yet to be decided. Two will qualify via a six-team tournament in Mexico in March.
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.
99 facts you need to know about Mexico: 21-40
What is Mexico's largest state? How large is the foreign-born population? What percentage of households have a computer? Find out or test your knowledge of the 99 facts you need to know about Mexico.
Tabasqueña Fátima Bosch wins Miss Universe after pageant bullying episode
After contest plagued by multiple controversies, Bosch's win was announced Friday, making her the fourth Mexican woman to take home the crown.
Meet the Iztapalapa artist making luchador masks for F1 racers
From spraying murals on the streets of Iztapalapa, one artist has now teamed up with Williams F1 Team to take Mexican culture to new heights.
How Guadalajara embodies Mexico’s entrepreneurial spirit
Small businesses account for the majority of Mexico's gross domestic product, further proof of the nation's thriving entrepreneurial spirit. Guadalajara is particularly rich in this regard.
Sheinbaum takes aim at violent protesters in Revolution Day speech
Five days after "Gen Z" protesters attacked police in the Zócalo, Sheinbaum condemned the normalization of violence before the annual military-civic parade.
Mexico is now the top buyer of U.S. goods, beating out Canada
Mexico City economist Alfonso Muñoz characterized the change as an "inflection point" for the U.S. and Mexico's tightly connected economies.
Mexico’s U-17 men’s team misses World Cup trophy, but gains new friendships
Cruel social media posts insulting the team for not going further were offset by the respect and friendship that the young Mexican and Japanese players showed to each other.
Mexico is now the top buyer of U.S. goods, beating out...
Mexico City economist Alfonso Muñoz characterized the change as an "inflection point" for the U.S. and Mexico's tightly connected economies.
‘Confidently Wrong about Gentrification in Mexico,’ a new podcast by our CEO
How is gentrification affecting Mexico, and are foreigners to blame? CEO Travis Bembenek addresses questions and misconceptions in a new episode of "Confidently Wrong."
‘Confidently Wrong about Mexico City’: A new podcast from our CEO
Travis Bembenek introduces "Confidently Wrong about Mexico City," a new podcast addressing misconceptions about Mexico's capital metropolis.
Trump’s immigration crackdown could have a silver lining for Mexico: A perspective from our...
As U.S. residents of Mexican origin consider leaving the United States, Mexico has a chance to welcome back a young, motivated and bilingual workforce, Travis Bembenek writes.
‘Confidently Wrong’ about banking in Mexico: A new podcast from our CEO
MND CEO Travis Bembenek and MexEdge founder George Reavis break down fears and misconceptions about banking in Mexico in this week's podcast.
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.
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18.47
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13.11
EUR
21.28
Foreign investors have sold off US $7B in Mexican government bonds this year
Over US $7 billion in foreign capital has left Mexico as investors pulled out of government bonds, even as foreign direct investment in companies hit a record high.
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.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.47
CAD
13.11
EUR
21.28
Sheinbaum takes aim at violent protesters in Revolution Day speech
Five days after "Gen Z" protesters attacked police in the Zócalo, Sheinbaum condemned the normalization of violence before the annual military-civic parade.
Opposition party’s US $114K contract with Gen Z organizer exposed as ‘4T’ marks 7...
Payments from an opposition political party to a Generation Z influencer, and the upcoming seventh anniversary of the "fourth transformation" political movement were among the issues President Sheinbaum spoke about at her Wednesday morning press conference.
Senate approves stricter penalties for extortion, a pervasive problem in Mexico
The bill, introduced by President Sheinbaum after extortion reached record highs earlier this year, attempts to remedy gaps in current law.
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.
New Southwest Airlines flights will connect Puerto Vallarta and Las Vegas
Las Vegas joins a half dozen other western U.S. cities with direct Southwest flights to Puerto Vallarta, and new routes to Los Cabos and Cancún coming ahead of the World Cup.
The Tour de France (sort of) comes to Mazatlán
A taste of the world's premier cycling race on the Pacific coast, as the Tour de France L'Étape Mazatlán gave locals the chance to don the famous yellow vest.
MND Local: November news in Puerto Vallarta
Will Uber airport pickups be allowed in Puerto Vallarta? What new resort is opening in the destination soon? Our PV correspondent answers all with a November news roundup.
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.
‘Confidently Wrong about Mexico City’: A new podcast from our CEO
Travis Bembenek introduces "Confidently Wrong about Mexico City," a new podcast addressing misconceptions about Mexico's capital metropolis.
Trump’s immigration crackdown could have a silver lining for Mexico: A perspective from our...
As U.S. residents of Mexican origin consider leaving the United States, Mexico has a chance to welcome back a young, motivated and bilingual workforce, Travis Bembenek writes.
The real costs of buying a home in Mexico
Ready to buy your dream home in Mexico? Go in knowing the rules and the costs potentially added by fees related to Mexico's unique homebuying process.
The emergence of US-style financing in Mexico’s real estate market
Mexico's real estate marking is changing and in a good way, with new U.S.-style financing models finally available to buyers.
Meet the Iztapalapa artist making luchador masks for F1 racers
From spraying murals on the streets of Iztapalapa, one artist has now teamed up with Williams F1 Team to take Mexican culture to new heights.
How Guadalajara embodies Mexico’s entrepreneurial spirit
Small businesses account for the majority of Mexico's gross domestic product, further proof of the nation's thriving entrepreneurial spirit. Guadalajara is particularly rich in this regard.
Guadalajara and Monterrey will host playoff games to determine the remaining World Cup teams
A record high of 48 teams will be competing for the FIFA World Cup next summer with six slots yet to be decided. Two will qualify via a six-team tournament in Mexico in March.
New Porsche driving center near Mexico City lets you test luxury sports cars on...
The first Porsche Driving Center in Latin America, located near Mexico CIty, features a 4-kilometer race track designed by noted Formula 1 architect Hermann Tilke.
The Tour de France (sort of) comes to Mazatlán
A taste of the world's premier cycling race on the Pacific coast, as the Tour de France L'Étape Mazatlán gave locals the chance to don the famous yellow vest.
MND Local: November news in Puerto Vallarta
Will Uber airport pickups be allowed in Puerto Vallarta? What new resort is opening in the destination soon? Our PV correspondent answers all with a November news roundup.
Taste of Mexico: Rice and pasta
Neither hail from the coutnry, but Mexican rice and pasta have become staples of the cuisine over time. María Meléndez investigates.
What to cook in November
Bel Woodhouse shares her Mexican neighbors' white pozole recipe, plus recipes for peach salsa and spinach enchiladas that take advantage of Mexico's autumn-fresh ingredients.
US senators push legislation that blocks water from going to Mexico
From The Texas Tribune: U.S. senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn want to limit the United States’ engagement with Mexico after the country failed to deliver water to Texas under a 1944 international water treaty.
From ridge to reef: How Playa Viva’s ReSiMar project is regenerating a coastline and...
ReSiMar was founded as a project to help regenerate the environment near an off-the-grid eco resort in Mexico, but its changing much more than just that.
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 Frida Kahlo self-portrait sells for US $54.7M, a new record for a female artist
The blockbuster sale comes as “Fridamania” has resurged, with the opening of Casa Roja Museum in Mexico City and recent exhibits in Chicago and China.
Meet the Iztapalapa artist making luchador masks for F1 racers
From spraying murals on the streets of Iztapalapa, one artist has now teamed up with Williams F1 Team to take Mexican culture to new heights.
How Guadalajara embodies Mexico’s entrepreneurial spirit
Small businesses account for the majority of Mexico's gross domestic product, further proof of the nation's thriving entrepreneurial spirit. Guadalajara is particularly rich in this regard.
Tabasqueña Fátima Bosch wins Miss Universe after pageant bullying episode
After contest plagued by multiple controversies, Bosch's win was announced Friday, making her the fourth Mexican woman to take home the crown.
Guadalajara and Monterrey will host playoff games to determine the remaining World Cup teams
A record high of 48 teams will be competing for the FIFA World Cup next summer with six slots yet to be decided. Two will qualify via a six-team tournament in Mexico in March.
New Porsche driving center near Mexico City lets you test luxury sports cars on a F1-quality track
The first Porsche Driving Center in Latin America, located near Mexico CIty, features a 4-kilometer race track designed by noted Formula 1 architect Hermann Tilke.
Baja California woman sentenced to 20 years over murder of visiting surfers
Ary Gisell Silva, 23, pleaded guilty to instigating the murder of two Australian brothers and their American friend, who traveled to Baja on a surf trip.
Mexico’s U-17 men’s team misses World Cup trophy, but gains new friendships
Cruel social media posts insulting the team for not going further were offset by the respect and friendship that the young Mexican and Japanese players showed to each other.
US sanctions Canadian snowboarder accused of leading a murderous Mexican crime ring
The former Canadian Olympian is a top target of the U.S. Justice and Treasury Departments, and has been called “a modern-day iteration of Pablo Escobar.”
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.
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.
The real costs of buying a home in Mexico
Ready to buy your dream home in Mexico? Go in knowing the rules and the costs potentially added by fees related to Mexico's unique homebuying process.
The emergence of US-style financing in Mexico’s real estate market
Mexico's real estate marking is changing and in a good way, with new U.S.-style financing models finally available to buyers.
Is Mexico’s agricultural sector experiencing a water crisis?
Inefficiencies in water use are particularly glaring in Mexico, where 75% of the country's available water is earmarked for agriculture. Fortunately, some improvements are being made.
US senators push legislation that blocks water from going to Mexico
From The Texas Tribune: U.S. senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn want to limit the United States’ engagement with Mexico after the country failed to deliver water to Texas under a 1944 international water treaty.
From ridge to reef: How Playa Viva’s ReSiMar project is regenerating a coastline and...
ReSiMar was founded as a project to help regenerate the environment near an off-the-grid eco resort in Mexico, but its changing much more than just that.
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.
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.
99 facts you need to know about Mexico: 21-40
What is Mexico's largest state? How large is the foreign-born population? What percentage of households have a computer? Find out or test your knowledge of the 99 facts you need to know about Mexico.
Sheinbaum blames opposition for funding violent protest: Monday’s mañanera recapped
The main focus of President Claudia Sheinbaum's Monday morning press conference was the protest against insecurity and corruption that took place in Mexico City on Saturday.
6 Mexican cheeses recognized at the 2025 World Cheese Awards
A Querétaro quesería won the award for Best Latin American Cheese in what was Mexico's best recent performance at the annual World Cheese Awards.
Taste of Mexico: Rice and pasta
Neither hail from the coutnry, but Mexican rice and pasta have become staples of the cuisine over time. María Meléndez investigates.
What to cook in November
Bel Woodhouse shares her Mexican neighbors' white pozole recipe, plus recipes for peach salsa and spinach enchiladas that take advantage of Mexico's autumn-fresh ingredients.
The New York Times takes aim at Mexico City’s food scene, but misfires
The New York Times recently attacked Mexico City's amazingly complex food scene using simplistic cliches. Our Lydia Carey has a response.
