Experts Urge Mexican Government to Acknowledge ‘Historic Error’ of Maya Train Project
Specialists say the Maya Train has devastated communities and ecosystems, contrary to promised benefits.
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Specialists say the Maya Train has devastated communities and ecosystems, contrary to promised benefits.
Morelia, Michoacán — Health organizations marked World Chagas Day on April 14 with a renewed...
Crocodiles occasionally appear in cenotes, though they typically inhabit manglares and coastal areas.
Cozumel invites visitors to witness a solar alignment at the Maya site El Caracol on April 16.
Mexican authorities seized a crocodile and other exotic animals from an illegal market in Cancún.
Authorities in Celestún have reinforced protections for pink flamingos during their critical breeding season.
Cancún's Animal Welfare Center intensifies veterinary training as screwworm cases rise in pets.
Environmental groups warn cargo trains on Maya Train route could collapse karst soil and contaminate aquifer.
Akumal residents create a citizen committee to safeguard cenotes and influence community decisions.
A Tulum park combines contemporary art installations with a natural cenote for a unique sensory experience.
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