Owning a Parrot in Yucatan: Legal Risks Explained
Mérida, Yucatán — Owning a parrot as a pet in Yucatán may seem common, but...
Environment
Ex-official with Sargasso Fund Questions Gets Key Semarnat Role
Mexico City — Environmental groups, coastal communities, and civil organizations are questioning the appointment of...
Playa del Carmen Officials Say Public Access to Playa 72 Will Not Be Blocked After Fencing Attempt
City officials assure public access to Playa 72 remains open after a fencing attempt sparked protests.
Mexico Rejects Luxury Development on Sea Turtle Nesting Beach North of Playa del Carmen
Mexico's environment ministry denied authorization for a 44-unit luxury condo project on a sea turtle nesting beach north of Playa…
Heat Wave ‘Canícula’ to Last 10 Days in Quintana Roo With Thermal Sensations Up to 50°C
The canícula will bring thermal sensations of 45-50°C for about 10 days, followed by a return of heavy rains.
Sheinbaum Proposes Boosting Sargassum Strategy With More Vessels and Marine Barriers
President Sheinbaum announced plans to add more sargassum-collecting vessels and marine barriers to protect Quintana Roo beaches.
Magnitude 7.4 Earthquake Strikes Chiapas, Tsunami Alert Activated
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off Chiapas, prompting a tsunami alert for southern Mexico and Guatemala.
Impunity and Lack of Oversight Threaten Sac Actun Cave System, Activists Warn
Environmental group Sélvame Mx says federal agencies are failing to protect the world's longest underwater cave system from illegal construction.
Proposal to Revive Cancun’s Malecón Tajamar With Reduced Density Gains Momentum
A new plan for Cancun's stalled Malecón Tajamar project proposes using only 30% of original density to balance development and…
Deer Dies After Being Hit by Car on Playa del Carmen Boulevard Despite Prior 911 Reports
A deer was struck and killed on a Playa del Carmen boulevard after residents say 911 calls for help went…