Power Outage in Playa del Carmen Leaves Thousands Without Electricity for Five Hours
A CFE power outage lasting five hours affected four neighborhoods in Playa del Carmen, sparking resident frustration.
Economy
Quintana Roo Invests 6 Million Pesos in Sugarcane Sector
The state government allocates funds for fuel aid and social security payments for sugarcane workers.
Cancun Tourism Secretary Refuses to Estimate Summer Visitor Numbers, Awaits July Data
Cancun's tourism secretary says it's too early to project summer visitor numbers, citing World Cup and seat availability.
Mahahual’s Only Gas Station Suspends Service, Leaving Town Without Fuel
The only gas station in Mahahual closed due to an administrative issue, leaving residents and tourists with no fuel for…
Hoteliers Launch Tulum Renace Program to Revive Tourism After Visitor Decline
Hoteliers launch Tulum Renace with 10 strategic points to reverse tourism slump at the archaeological zone.
Two Iconic Hard Rock Hotels in Cancún and Vallarta Close for Renovations
Hard Rock Hotel Cancún and Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta pause operations for renovations, reopening in December.
Playa Del Carmen Plans Eight Food Events To Increase Local Spending
Playa del Carmen’s municipal government is working with the city’s Gastronomic Committee to organize eight food-related events intended to bring…
Mexico’s AI Push: From Robot Dogs to a Supercomputer
Mexico City — Since taking office on October 1, 2024, President Claudia Sheinbaum has pushed...
US Imposes 10% Tariff on Mexican Products Over Alleged Forced Labor
The US announced a 10% tariff on some Mexican imports over alleged forced labor, days after Trump met Sheinbaum.
Young Workers in Quintana Roo Trade Job Security for Flexibility and Well-Being
Millennials and centennials in Quintana Roo increasingly choose freelance work over traditional employment, prioritizing mental health and work-life balance.