U.S. House Approves Law to Block Port Access Over Mexican ‘Expropriation’ of Vulcan Materials Site
U.S. House passes law blocking port access to ships using a Mexican terminal, escalating a dispute over a protected area.
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Isla Mujeres Reports 85% Hotel Occupancy as Tourism Booms
Isla Mujeres hits 85% hotel occupancy, boosting Mexico's tourism economy with over 55 billion pesos in revenue.
121 Tour Guides Removed from Chichén Itzá After Visitor Center Opens, Sparking Protests
Over 120 tour guides were removed from Chichén Itzá after a new visitor center opened, leading to protests.
Yucatán Implements Strict Licensing Requirements for Real Estate Agents
Yucatán now requires all real estate agents to obtain official licenses, aiming to regulate the booming property market.
Quintana Roo’s Fishing Wealth Faces Alarming Depletion Phase, Warns Researcher
A researcher warns that Quintana Roo's valuable fishing resources are in a concerning depletion phase.
Environmental Activist’s Real Estate Ties Raise Questions in Quintana Roo
An environmental activist in Quintana Roo faces scrutiny over professional links to the tourism real estate sector.
Mexican Real Estate Association Calls for Sustainable Development and Family-Focused Projects
AMPI warns against speculative real estate practices and urges focus on family security and environmental regulations.
Supreme Court Upholds Yum Balam Protected Area, Rejects Ejidatarios’ Challenge
Mexico's Supreme Court ruled the Yum Balam protected area in Holbox is constitutional, rejecting ejidatarios' claims.
Maya Advocate Says Supreme Court Ruling Against Xcaret Fails to Address Deeper Injustices
A Maya rights advocate argues a Supreme Court ruling against Xcaret doesn't resolve systemic exploitation of Indigenous heritage.
Mexican Oil Surpasses $100 per Barrel as Global Prices Rise
Mexico's export oil blend topped $100 per barrel, with WTI and Brent crude also rising significantly.