Cancún’s Calle Pino to Undergo Major Urban Renewal
Cancún's Calle Pino is set for a major revamp with a pedestrian corridor, underground wiring, and new kiosks.
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Workers Refuse to Destroy Human Skull Found at Playa del Carmen Site
Construction workers in Playa del Carmen found a human skull and refused supervisors' orders to destroy it, prompting a police…
Cancún’s Financial Infrastructure Fails to Keep Pace with Demand
Banks in Cancún are closing branches and reducing teller service, leaving residents with long waits and limited access to cash…
Cancun Real Estate Sales Fell 30% During World Cup, Industry Leader Says
Cancun's real estate sector saw a 30% drop in sales during June's World Cup, though leaders say the year is…
Maya Communities Warn New Indigenous Law Could Legitimize Land Dispossession
Maya communities from Yucatán, Campeche and Quintana Roo urge changes to Mexico's proposed indigenous rights law, warning it could restrict…
Mexico’s Supreme Court to Review Mahahual Land Use Case, Group Says
An environmental group says the Supreme Court's review of Mahahual development plan challenges could set national precedents for environmental justice.
Caobas Ejido Leaders Urge State and Army to Fix Maya Train Water Crossings
Caobas ejido leaders say Maya Train water crossings flood and endanger farmers, urging state and federal action.
Semarnat Approves Xcaret Park Works, Requires Indigenous Consultation
Semarnat conditionally approved Xcaret's park expansion, requiring consultation with indigenous communities before construction begins.
New Commercial Projects Aim to Boost Tulum Economy
Upcoming shopping centers, tenant incentives and lower real estate prices are expected to drive economic activity in Tulum ahead of…
Playa del Carmen Hit by Another Blackout; More Than 20 Since Heat Season Began
A new blackout in Playa del Carmen pushes the number of power outages since March past 20, adding to residents'…