Tour Boat Operators in Playa del Carmen Running at 55% Capacity Due to Cold Fronts
Tour boat operators in Playa del Carmen are running at 55% capacity due to port closures from cold fronts.
February 2026
Strong Peso Hits Mexican Export Competitiveness, Leading to Job Losses
A strong peso against the dollar reduces Mexican export competitiveness, causing production cuts and job losses in border regions.
Senator Fernández Noroña Criticizes Handling of Arriaga and López Removals
Senator Gerardo Fernández Noroña criticizes the dismissals of two officials, saying they give ammunition to political opponents.
Environmental Activists Invite Salma Hayek to See Maya Train Damage in Yucatan
Activists invite Salma Hayek to witness environmental damage from the Maya Train project in Yucatan.
Quintana Roo Congress Proposes Solidarity Statement for Cuba Amid Humanitarian Crisis
Quintana Roo lawmakers propose condemning US sanctions on Cuba, citing food and energy shortages.
Maya Zone in Quintana Roo Has Highest Poverty Rates in the State
Four Maya municipalities account for over a third of Quintana Roo's poverty, with extreme rates up to 81%.
Cancún Taxi Union Plans to Introduce Meters in 500 Vehicles
Cancún taxi union plans a pilot program to install meters in 500 vehicles, aiming for transparent pricing.
Nichupté Bridge Construction Nears Completion in Cancún, Set to Transform Traffic Flow
The Nichupté Bridge in Cancún is 94.2% complete and expected to open in early 2026, aiming to ease traffic congestion.
Authorities Rescue Five Minors from Labor Exploitation and Drug Trafficking in Cancún
Federal and state forces rescued five adolescents from forced labor and drug sales in Cancún businesses.
Chaos and Paralysis at Mexico-Belize Border: Inefficiency at Checkpoint Strangles Commercial Flow
Lengthy queues form at Mexico-Belize border crossing due to closed lanes, causing economic disruption.