Genomic Study Confirms Cotton Originated in Yucatan Peninsula
A genomic study confirms that domesticated cotton originated in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, not elsewhere.
Ana Reyes
Playa del Carmen Boosts Sea Turtle Protection as Nesting Season Begins
Playa del Carmen strengthens sea turtle protection with equipment and monitoring as nesting season starts.
Biodiversity Day Event in Playa del Carmen Aims to Boost Environmental Awareness
A May 22 event in Playa del Carmen seeks to strengthen environmental education and community participation.
Cancún Monitors 12 Kilometers of Beaches, 52 Corrals to Protect Sea Turtles in 2026 Nesting Season
Over 50 hotels participate in Cancún's 2026 sea turtle protection program, monitoring 12 km of beach and 52 corrals.
Maya Train Freight Terminal in Cancun 47% Complete; Chetumal Construction to Begin in 2027
The Maya Train freight terminal in Cancun is 47.48% complete; Chetumal's terminal will start construction in 2027.
Playa del Carmen’s Future Plaza La Isla Shopping Center Gets a Location
The future Plaza La Isla shopping center in Playa del Carmen will be built on an 86,000 sq m lot…
Mexico and Uruguay Send Humanitarian Aid to Cuba Amid Economic Crisis
Mexico and Uruguay delivered 1,700 tons of food and supplies to Cuba as the island faces severe shortages.
Playa del Carmen Grows Native Trees to Reforest City and Improve Urban Image
Playa del Carmen produces over 1,400 native saplings to replace dead trees and enhance shade in public spaces.
After 18-Year Wait, Playa del Carmen Secures Donation of Punta Esmeralda Access Road
Playa del Carmen finalizes donation of Punta Esmeralda access road after 18 years, plans $23M rehabilitation.
Cancellation of Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day Project Sparks Criticism in Southern Quintana Roo
A civic council member says the rejection of the Perfect Day project leaves southern Quintana Roo without development opportunities.