Playa del Carmen Removes Over 13,000 Tons of Sargassum From Beaches
Up to 250 workers remove sargassum daily in Playa del Carmen, with over 13,000 tons collected this year.
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Playa del Carmen Council Members Unaware of Status of 334 Patrol Cars
Council members say they don't know the condition of 334 patrol cars bought for $60 million.
Playa del Carmen Culture Institute Reports Over 2 Million Pesos in Debt
IMCAS, Playa del Carmen's culture institute, reported over 2 million pesos in short-term debt in Q1 2026.
Isla Mujeres Will Not Accept Outsiders for Local Posts, Official Says
A Mexican official says Isla Mujeres residents will reject mayoral candidates from outside the island.
Mara Lezama Evaluates 5 Energy Projects for Quintana Roo, Denies Deal With Turkish Floating Plants
Governor Mara Lezama says no deal is closed with Karpowership, as state studies four to five energy proposals.
Quintana Roo Congress Approves Reforms for Women’s Rights, Justice, and Environment
The state legislature approved measures to strengthen gender equality, combat violence against women, and update environmental laws.
Mexico’s Electoral Authority Rejects Role as Filter for ‘Narco-Candidates’
Mexico's INE says it cannot vet candidates for cartel links without compromising its impartiality.
Mexico Asks Citizens of Congo, Uganda, South Sudan Not to Travel to World Cup Over Ebola Outbreak
Mexico urges travelers from Ebola-affected African nations to postpone trips and announces health screenings at airports ahead of the 2026…
Bacterial Contamination Found in Majority of Playa del Carmen Cenotes
Activists report high levels of E. coli and fecal contamination in 50-60% of cenotes in Playa del Carmen.
Sheinbaum Promises Health Screenings for 2026 World Cup Amid Ebola Outbreak
President Sheinbaum announced health screenings at entry points for the 2026 World Cup to prevent Ebola spread.