Playa del Carmen Announces First Flamenco Fusion Festival Honoring Paco de Lucía
Playa del Carmen will host its first Flamenco Fusion Festival on February 28, honoring the late guitarist Paco de Lucía.
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Alleged School Bullying Incident Sparks Altercation Between Father and Principal in Playa del Carmen
A bullying complaint escalated into a verbal clash requiring police intervention at a Playa del Carmen primary school.
Playa del Carmen Mayor Estefanía Mercado Marries Former Basketball Star Eduardo Nájera
Playa del Carmen Mayor Estefanía Mercado married former Mexican basketball player Eduardo Nájera in a civil ceremony.
Mexican Lawmaker Accuses Journalists of ‘Dirty War’ Against Potential Gubernatorial Candidate
A Mexican lawmaker accused journalists of waging a 'dirty war' against a potential gubernatorial candidate.
Transgender Inclusion Advances in Cancun’s Private Sector, Official Reports
Cancun sees increased transgender employment in major retailers, driven by advocacy efforts.
Two Men Found Dead on Remote Beach Road in Costa Maya Region
Two men were found dead with signs of torture on a remote coastal road in Quintana Roo.
Man Climbs CFE Power Poles, Triggers Major Police Response in Akumal
A man climbed power poles at a CFE substation in Akumal, prompting a large emergency response.
Cozumel Carnival Leaves 33 Tons of Trash, Highlighting Environmental Cost of Mass Events
Cozumel's Carnival generated 33 tons of trash in three days, prompting criticism of waste management at mass events.
San Felipe Segundo Farmers Build Homemade Traps to Combat Screwworm Fly Infestation
Farmers in Quintana Roo create DIY traps using plastic bottles and beef liver to capture screwworm flies.
State Auditor Demands Former Playa del Carmen Mayor Repay Over 80 Million Pesos
Former Playa del Carmen mayor Lily Campos must clarify or repay over 80 million pesos after audit finds irregularities.