US Mint Buys Gold Linked to Cartels, NYT Investigation Finds
A New York Times investigation reveals that the US Mint purchases gold from criminal groups, laundering it into official coins.
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Owner of Animalandia Maya Seeks Release From Jail After Arrest
Félix Sandoval Jaime, owner of Animalandia Maya, filed a federal injunction against his arrest on allegations of mistreatment.
Dog Painted With Political Logo Tests New Animal Cruelty Law in Quintana Roo
A dog painted with a gubernatorial candidate's logo challenges Quintana Roo's new animal cruelty law, raising questions about enforcement.
If Mexico Won’t Do Its Job on Drugs, We Will, Trump Says
President Trump says US will act on drug trafficking if Mexico fails, citing 97% drop in maritime smuggling.
Maya Community in Dzitnup Defies Yucatan Governor Over Cenote Control
Dzitnup residents reject state takeover of Xkeken and Samula cenotes, demanding local management.
Animalandia Maya Operated With Official Permit Despite Animal Exploitation Allegations
A 2022 permit allowed Animalandia Maya to operate in Playa del Carmen despite multiple complaints of wildlife exploitation.
Mexico Tax Agency Seizes Three More Properties From Former Quintana Roo Governor Roberto Borge
The SAT seized three properties in Cozumel belonging to former governor Roberto Borge over a multimillion-peso tax debt.
INAH Says FIFA Trophy Event at Chichen Itza Did Not Violate Heritage Rules
Mexico's INAH confirms the FIFA World Cup trophy presentation at Chichen Itza complied with heritage protection laws.
Joaquín ‘El Chapo’ Guzmán Asks US Court for Extradition to Mexico
Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán has formally requested a US federal court to extradite him to Mexico, arguing his rights were…
Spanish-French Consortium Plans $150M Power Plant in Playa del Carmen
A Spanish-French consortium may invest $150 million to build a 150 MW power plant in Playa del Carmen to reduce…