Thursday, June 26, 2025

Why do Mexicans love Costco so much?

Is it a store? Is it a lifestyle? Is it a status symbol? For Mexicans, the answer lies somewhere in between.
President Sheinbaum at her Thursday morning mañanera press conference

Those hoping for Mexico-US conflict “will be disappointed,” Sheinbaum says: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

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Thursday's presser also touched on Hurricane Erick recovery and the appearance of toxic foam in México state.
US Attorney General Pamela Bondi at CPAC

Sheinbaum wastes no time in rejecting US Attorney General’s ‘adversary’ accusation

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After a second Trump Cabinet member labeled Mexico as an enemy, President Sheinbaum responded that Pam Bondi is "not very well informed."
A carnival queen dances in an elaborate starfish costume

Rain fails to dampen spirits as Carnival kicks off in Veracruz

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Parades, concerts and other traditional festivities will fill the streets of Veracruz city over the next week, with some adjustments for inclement weather.
President Sheinbaum at her Thursday morning mañanera press conference

Those hoping for Mexico-US conflict “will be disappointed,” Sheinbaum says: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

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Thursday's presser also touched on Hurricane Erick recovery and the appearance of toxic foam in México state.
US Attorney General Pamela Bondi at CPAC

Sheinbaum wastes no time in rejecting US Attorney General’s ‘adversary’ accusation

6
After a second Trump Cabinet member labeled Mexico as an enemy, President Sheinbaum responded that Pam Bondi is "not very well informed."
A carnival queen dances in an elaborate starfish costume

Rain fails to dampen spirits as Carnival kicks off in Veracruz

0
Parades, concerts and other traditional festivities will fill the streets of Veracruz city over the next week, with some adjustments for inclement weather.
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The National Banking and Securities Commission building with the CNBV logo

Mexican government takes control of two Mexican banks facing US sanctions

0
The national banking commission intervened "for the purpose of safeguarding the rights of savers and clients" at Intercam and CIBanco.
ship on fire n ocean

Cargo ship carrying 3,000 Chinese cars to Mexico sinks in the Pacific

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The ship had caught fire June 3, eight days after departing Yantai, China. Of the 3,048 cars aboard, at least 800 were EVs or electric-hybrids.
A Mexican wolf mother stands looking at the camera in her habitat with four wolf pups

Birth of 4 Mexican wolf pups brings hope for the endangered canines

1
The young pups represent a much-needed win as Mexicans wolves claw their way back from the brink of extinction.
A bowl of aguachile, sinaloa food

State By Plate: Sinaloa

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Great seafood, great beer and great history define the state of Sinaloa and it's culinary offerings, as our tour of Mexico's regional dishes nears the final stretch.
A woman with outstretched arms

Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?

4
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?
Sheinbaum on Mexicans in U.S.

Diego Luna’s late-night monologue resonates with Sheinbaum: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped

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On Wednesday, Sheinbaum took a moment to recognize the monologue Diego Luna delivered in defense of Mexican immigrants while guest-hosting the television show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"
Tim Burton's "The Labyrinth" is an immersive installation with 28 themed rooms where visitors can view over 200 of the director’s original works.

Director Tim Burton tours Mexico City highlights ahead of ‘The Labyrinth’ exhibit opening

1
The director of Beetlejuice and Edward Scissorhands visited Xochimilco, saw a Lucha Libre match and gave a masterclass in a cemetery during a tour to celebrate the arrival of the traveling exhibit "The Labyrinth" in Mexico City.
bridge

Trump approves expansion of cross-border bridge connecting Eagle Pass and Piedras Negras

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The expansion, which will take three years to complete, will double the available lanes from six to 12 and improve the trade bridge's infrastructure, paving the way for a greater volume of U.S.-Mexico trade.
Marcelo Ebrard

Mexico close to striking a deal on US steel tariffs, Bloomberg reports

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Bloomberg reported on Tuesday that trade negotiations between the United States and Mexico are "homing in on a possible quota system to reduce tariffs on a certain volume of steel imports."
Taxco

Countdown: Our goal to visit every Pueblo Mágico

5
Mexico's Magic Towns celebrate the most picturesque communities in Mexico. Here are some of the best.
a selection of Mexican ingredients and dishes

Where to Travel in Mexico 2025 Guide: Foodies

0
We know it's all delicious, but where should adventurous eaters go to find the best food in Mexico?

MND Tutor | Charros

0
Learn Spanish and keep up with Mexican news and culture in our subscriber-exclusive educational series.
The National Banking and Securities Commission building with the CNBV logo

Mexican government takes control of two Mexican banks facing US sanctions

0
The national banking commission intervened "for the purpose of safeguarding the rights of savers and clients" at Intercam and CIBanco.
ship on fire n ocean

Cargo ship carrying 3,000 Chinese cars to Mexico sinks in the Pacific

2
The ship had caught fire June 3, eight days after departing Yantai, China. Of the 3,048 cars aboard, at least 800 were EVs or electric-hybrids.
A Mexican wolf mother stands looking at the camera in her habitat with four wolf pups

Birth of 4 Mexican wolf pups brings hope for the endangered canines

1
The young pups represent a much-needed win as Mexicans wolves claw their way back from the brink of extinction.
A bowl of aguachile, sinaloa food

State By Plate: Sinaloa

0
Great seafood, great beer and great history define the state of Sinaloa and it's culinary offerings, as our tour of Mexico's regional dishes nears the final stretch.
A woman with outstretched arms

Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?

4
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?
Sheinbaum on Mexicans in U.S.

Diego Luna’s late-night monologue resonates with Sheinbaum: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped

9
On Wednesday, Sheinbaum took a moment to recognize the monologue Diego Luna delivered in defense of Mexican immigrants while guest-hosting the television show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"
An AI robot hand reaches out to touch a human hand

How do we make sure that AI doesn’t make us dumber? A perspective from...

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AI can make us smarter or it can make us lazier. CEO Travis Bembenek shares how Mexico News Daily is working to offer readers the good kind of AI.
Protesters with Mexican flags and signs stand in front of a wall of California National Guard troops

My thoughts on the US protests: A perspective from our CEO

59
Illegal immigration, ICE raids and civil unrest are shaking up the U.S. What does it all mean for Mexico and for immigrant communities?
Nellie Huang, a woman with a tattoo of the world map on her arm takes a selfie in a Yucatán Peninsula forest.

From visiting 150 countries in 20 years, to living in Mexico and writing for...

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After countless globe-trotting adventures, Nellie Huang — MND's new travel writer — will share what makes Mexico so special.
Claudia Sheinbaum with a serious expression and a Mexican flag

Claudia versus the cartels: A perspective from our CEO

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Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek assesses the Sheinbaum administration's progress — or lack thereof — against Mexico's powerful cartels.
BYD ship docking at a Mexican port

BYD’s first shipment to Mexico on company-owned vessel marks ‘milestone’ for EV expansion

9
The BYD Changzhou, a 200-meter-long roll-on/roll-off ship that flies the flag of West African country Liberia, docked in the ports of Mazatlán and Lázaro Cárdenas this month, delivering a total of 5,503 vehicles.
German multinational tech company Bosch's manufacturing plant in Toluca

Mexico ranks No. 11 in the world for attracting foreign investment

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According to a UN report, Mexico has held steady as an attractive FDI destination, even as global investment is shrinking.
A rendering shows cargo containers moving along an automated freight corridor guideway above a highway

Startup aims to speed up trade with Monterrey-to-Texas automated freight corridor

6
The ambitious US $10-billion project seeks to bypass — and possibly reduce — costly congestion at the biggest Mexico-U.S. commercial border crossing.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.87
CAD
13.84
EUR
22.07
Signs for Mexican banks Intercam and CIBanco

US sanctions 3 Mexican financial institutions accused of money laundering

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Though Mexico protested a lack of evidence of money laundering, the banks will soon be cut off from making financial transactions with many US institutions.
bridge

Trump approves expansion of cross-border bridge connecting Eagle Pass and Piedras Negras

0
The expansion, which will take three years to complete, will double the available lanes from six to 12 and improve the trade bridge's infrastructure, paving the way for a greater volume of U.S.-Mexico trade.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.87
CAD
13.84
EUR
22.07
US Attorney General Pamela Bondi at CPAC

Sheinbaum wastes no time in rejecting US Attorney General’s ‘adversary’ accusation

6
After a second Trump Cabinet member labeled Mexico as an enemy, President Sheinbaum responded that Pam Bondi is "not very well informed."
Sheinbaum on Mexicans in U.S.

Diego Luna’s late-night monologue resonates with Sheinbaum: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped

9
On Wednesday, Sheinbaum took a moment to recognize the monologue Diego Luna delivered in defense of Mexican immigrants while guest-hosting the television show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"
A Costco store in Santa Fe, Mexico City

Why do Mexicans love Costco so much?

10
Is it a store? Is it a lifestyle? Is it a status symbol? For Mexicans, the answer lies somewhere in between.
Fernando Reyes 

My American Dream is in Mexico: Fernando Reyes 

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One Mexico City native made it big in the United States, only to realize what he was looking for was back at home all along.
A bartender in a black bar apron focuses on squeezing a lime wedge over a yellow cocktail in a glass on the bar while another bartender looks on in the background.

Keeping hold of the ‘real’ Vallarta: An interview with businessman Ulises Quijano

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After 12 years in Vallarta, Quijano still loves it here — but he also sees what rapid development is doing to his adopted community.
jet flying in front of moon

Porter Airlines announces new flights from Canada to Cancún, Puerto Vallarta

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The new routes to Cancún and Puerto Vallarta are part of Porter's expansion into Latin America and the Caribbean, which includes nonstop connections to the Bahamas, the Cayman Islands and Costa Rica.
Aerial view of Hacienda de San Antonio with mountain backdrop including the Colima Volcano

The best hotel I’ve ever stayed at, anywhere in the world — and it’s in Mexico

3
History and luxury meet under the volcanoes of Colima, with spectacular results.
Iberia Monterrey-Madrid

Iberia launches direct route from Madrid to Monterrey as part of €6B growth strategy

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Monterrey, Nuevo León, is one of dozens of key destinations included in the Spanish airline's 6-billion-euro expansion plan to make Madrid's airport the new Miami.
Fernando Reyes 

My American Dream is in Mexico: Fernando Reyes 

9
One Mexico City native made it big in the United States, only to realize what he was looking for was back at home all along.
A bartender in a black bar apron focuses on squeezing a lime wedge over a yellow cocktail in a glass on the bar while another bartender looks on in the background.

Keeping hold of the ‘real’ Vallarta: An interview with businessman Ulises Quijano

4
After 12 years in Vallarta, Quijano still loves it here — but he also sees what rapid development is doing to his adopted community.
Protesters with Mexican flags and signs stand in front of a wall of California National Guard troops

My thoughts on the US protests: A perspective from our CEO

59
Illegal immigration, ICE raids and civil unrest are shaking up the U.S. What does it all mean for Mexico and for immigrant communities?
Nellie Huang, a woman with a tattoo of the world map on her arm takes a selfie in a Yucatán Peninsula forest.

From visiting 150 countries in 20 years, to living in Mexico and writing for...

9
After countless globe-trotting adventures, Nellie Huang — MND's new travel writer — will share what makes Mexico so special.
A modern Mexican courtyard with parquet floor and stone double entrance doors to a home. The three sides around the doors feature modernist abstract colors of stained glass.

A touch of Frank Lloyd Wright in San Miguel de Allende

1
Gustavo Cruz Gómez once restored the famed windows of Frank Lloyd Wright homes. Now his master work is available in San Miguel de Allende.

Up-and-coming places to buy vacation property in Mexico

1
While everyone flocks to Tulum and Cabo, savvy travelers are discovering these Mexican destination that offer better value, fewer crowds and growing investment potential.
A woman with outstretched arms

Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?

4
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?
Tim Burton's "The Labyrinth" is an immersive installation with 28 themed rooms where visitors can view over 200 of the director’s original works.

Director Tim Burton tours Mexico City highlights ahead of ‘The Labyrinth’ exhibit opening

1
The director of Beetlejuice and Edward Scissorhands visited Xochimilco, saw a Lucha Libre match and gave a masterclass in a cemetery during a tour to celebrate the arrival of the traveling exhibit "The Labyrinth" in Mexico City.
Human pride flag extends across Mexico City's Zócalo

More than 5,000 gather to form world’s largest LGBTQ+ flag in Mexico City

4
Using multicolored t-shirts and umbrellas, participants created a monumental 240-meter-long flag ahead of this Saturday's annual LGBTQ+ Pride march.
Woman vendor sells groceries at a market

The joys of shopping at your local market

2
Fresh ingredients, great community and a sense of tradition make for an unbeatable trip to the store.
Aerial view of Hacienda de San Antonio with mountain backdrop including the Colima Volcano

The best hotel I’ve ever stayed at, anywhere in the world — and it’s...

3
History and luxury meet under the volcanoes of Colima, with spectacular results.
Iberia Monterrey-Madrid

Iberia launches direct route from Madrid to Monterrey as part of €6B growth strategy

0
Monterrey, Nuevo León, is one of dozens of key destinations included in the Spanish airline's 6-billion-euro expansion plan to make Madrid's airport the new Miami.
a selection of Mexican ingredients and dishes

Where to Travel in Mexico 2025 Guide: Foodies

0
We know it's all delicious, but where should adventurous eaters go to find the best food in Mexico?
A bowl of pozole

Taste of Mexico: Pozole

2
Yes, it was traditionally made with human flesh, but yes, the modern, humane version is still delicious.
Grupo Pinsa

Grupo Pinsa agrees to conserve Sinaloa watershed in effort to neutralize water footprint

2
Grupo Pinsa, Sinaloa’s largest employer, signed an agreement with the National Forestry Commission to replenish the upper Presidio River Basin, equivalent to the volume of water used by the company in one year.
2 people with rain umbrellas

Heavy June rains reduce Mexico’s drought-affected territory by 13%

2
As of June 15, the percentage of the country experiencing moderate to exceptional drought conditions fell to 37.5%, well below the 73.79% recorded on the same date in 2024. 

All you need to know about Eastern medicine in Mexico

3
Traditional Chinese medicine in Mexico is bigger than ever, with licensed practitioners all over the country offering a variety of techniques.

What do I need to know before undergoing laser skin treatment in Mexico?

0
Medical expert Dr. Lara returns to share her advice on how to find the best laser skin treatments in Mexico.
A carnival queen dances in an elaborate starfish costume

Rain fails to dampen spirits as Carnival kicks off in Veracruz

0
Parades, concerts and other traditional festivities will fill the streets of Veracruz city over the next week, with some adjustments for inclement weather.
A woman with outstretched arms

Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?

4
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?
Tim Burton's "The Labyrinth" is an immersive installation with 28 themed rooms where visitors can view over 200 of the director’s original works.

Director Tim Burton tours Mexico City highlights ahead of ‘The Labyrinth’ exhibit opening

1
The director of Beetlejuice and Edward Scissorhands visited Xochimilco, saw a Lucha Libre match and gave a masterclass in a cemetery during a tour to celebrate the arrival of the traveling exhibit "The Labyrinth" in Mexico City.
International ice hockey in Mexico

Do they play ice hockey in Mexico? The answer may surprise you

1
It might not be the first sport you'd associate with Mexico — but it's growing every day.
Human pride flag extends across Mexico City's Zócalo

More than 5,000 gather to form world’s largest LGBTQ+ flag in Mexico City

4
Using multicolored t-shirts and umbrellas, participants created a monumental 240-meter-long flag ahead of this Saturday's annual LGBTQ+ Pride march.
Woman vendor sells groceries at a market

The joys of shopping at your local market

2
Fresh ingredients, great community and a sense of tradition make for an unbeatable trip to the store.
ship on fire n ocean

Cargo ship carrying 3,000 Chinese cars to Mexico sinks in the Pacific

2
The ship had caught fire June 3, eight days after departing Yantai, China. Of the 3,048 cars aboard, at least 800 were EVs or electric-hybrids.
A Mexican wolf mother stands looking at the camera in her habitat with four wolf pups

Birth of 4 Mexican wolf pups brings hope for the endangered canines

1
The young pups represent a much-needed win as Mexicans wolves claw their way back from the brink of extinction.
mass grave near Jojutla, Morelos

Officials minimize search collective’s report of 60 bodies found in Morelos mass grave

1
On Tuesday, Amnesty International expressed its "profound concern" over the "alleged irregular burial" of at least 60 people, including 10 babies, in a mass grave in the central Mexican state of Morelos.
a woman gets caught in the rain in Oaxaca

Mexico City has rainiest June in 21 years

4
In the past 25 days, more than 220 million cubic meters of water have fallen on the capital, which has caused capitalinos to consider adding a new umbrella to their weekly grocery list.
A bright, full exterior shot showcases a large, modern luxury home with a rectangular infinity pool in the foreground. The house features a striking contemporary design with white and earth-toned facades, expansive dark-framed windows and sliding glass doors, and multiple levels. A grassy lawn surrounds the pool, and in the distance, other residential buildings and clear skies with scattered clouds are visible.

Want to buy property in Mexico? Check this guide to Mexico’s real estate expos...

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Prepare yourself for navigating Mexico's thriving property market with our comprehensive guide to the country's top real estate trade fairs.
A modern Mexican courtyard with parquet floor and stone double entrance doors to a home. The three sides around the doors feature modernist abstract colors of stained glass.

A touch of Frank Lloyd Wright in San Miguel de Allende

1
Gustavo Cruz Gómez once restored the famed windows of Frank Lloyd Wright homes. Now his master work is available in San Miguel de Allende.

Up-and-coming places to buy vacation property in Mexico

1
While everyone flocks to Tulum and Cabo, savvy travelers are discovering these Mexican destination that offer better value, fewer crowds and growing investment potential.
a woman gets caught in the rain in Oaxaca

Mexico City has rainiest June in 21 years

4
In the past 25 days, more than 220 million cubic meters of water have fallen on the capital, which has caused capitalinos to consider adding a new umbrella to their weekly grocery list.
Grupo Pinsa

Grupo Pinsa agrees to conserve Sinaloa watershed in effort to neutralize water footprint

2
Grupo Pinsa, Sinaloa’s largest employer, signed an agreement with the National Forestry Commission to replenish the upper Presidio River Basin, equivalent to the volume of water used by the company in one year.
2 people with rain umbrellas

Heavy June rains reduce Mexico’s drought-affected territory by 13%

2
As of June 15, the percentage of the country experiencing moderate to exceptional drought conditions fell to 37.5%, well below the 73.79% recorded on the same date in 2024. 
A woman with outstretched arms

Spiritual tourism in Mexico: Are the rituals really ancient?

4
Are Mexico's litany of "ceremonial experiences" actually real, or are they a creative way to part tourists from their hard-earned money?

All you need to know about Eastern medicine in Mexico

3
Traditional Chinese medicine in Mexico is bigger than ever, with licensed practitioners all over the country offering a variety of techniques.

What do I need to know before undergoing laser skin treatment in Mexico?

0
Medical expert Dr. Lara returns to share her advice on how to find the best laser skin treatments in Mexico.
BYD ship docking at a Mexican port

BYD’s first shipment to Mexico on company-owned vessel marks ‘milestone’ for EV expansion

9
The BYD Changzhou, a 200-meter-long roll-on/roll-off ship that flies the flag of West African country Liberia, docked in the ports of Mazatlán and Lázaro Cárdenas this month, delivering a total of 5,503 vehicles.
German multinational tech company Bosch's manufacturing plant in Toluca

Mexico ranks No. 11 in the world for attracting foreign investment

1
According to a UN report, Mexico has held steady as an attractive FDI destination, even as global investment is shrinking.
A rendering shows cargo containers moving along an automated freight corridor guideway above a highway

Startup aims to speed up trade with Monterrey-to-Texas automated freight corridor

6
The ambitious US $10-billion project seeks to bypass — and possibly reduce — costly congestion at the biggest Mexico-U.S. commercial border crossing.
Taxco

Countdown: Our goal to visit every Pueblo Mágico

5
Mexico's Magic Towns celebrate the most picturesque communities in Mexico. Here are some of the best.
a selection of Mexican ingredients and dishes

Where to Travel in Mexico 2025 Guide: Foodies

0
We know it's all delicious, but where should adventurous eaters go to find the best food in Mexico?

MND Tutor | Charros

0
Learn Spanish and keep up with Mexican news and culture in our subscriber-exclusive educational series.
Close-up of a line of white leather Mexican sombreros, all decorated similiarly on the rims with beads and embroidery.

What’s it like at a Mexican charro wedding?

7
Though initially hesitant about getting married in a charro wedding, one Mexican woman came to love the way it honored her new husband's cultural heritage.
A bowl of aguachile, sinaloa food

State By Plate: Sinaloa

0
Great seafood, great beer and great history define the state of Sinaloa and it's culinary offerings, as our tour of Mexico's regional dishes nears the final stretch.
a selection of Mexican ingredients and dishes

Where to Travel in Mexico 2025 Guide: Foodies

0
We know it's all delicious, but where should adventurous eaters go to find the best food in Mexico?
A bowl of pozole

Taste of Mexico: Pozole

2
Yes, it was traditionally made with human flesh, but yes, the modern, humane version is still delicious.
Two orange packages of the Mexican candy Conejos, a brand of rabbit-shaped chocolates, for sale in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca.

What’s inside that piñata? A guide to Mexican candy favorites

4
Mexican classic brand-name candies aren't just sweet, they can be salty, spicy, tart or all of the above! Sarah DeVries guides you through the basics.
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