Mexico Blocks ‘Casa Xaak’ Construction in Protected Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve
Environmental authorities rejected a tourist home project in the fragile Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve.
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Opossum Causes Alarm at Chetumal General Hospital After Falling from Ceiling
An opossum fell from the ceiling at Chetumal General Hospital, nearly hitting a patient.
Court Orders New Environmental Review of Controversial Tulum Building
A court has ordered a new environmental review of the Adamar Solimán building in Tulum, which remains seized in an…
Federal Operation Uncovers Illegal Construction and Settlements in Yucatan Mangrove Reserve
Federal inspectors discovered unauthorized construction and settlements in a protected mangrove reserve in Chelem, Yucatan.
Cancún Authorities Shut Down Illegal Dump Near International Airport
Cancún officials closed an illegal dump near the airport, citing health and environmental risks.
Quintana Roo Weather: Cloudy Tuesday With Isolated Showers as Cold Front 35 Moves
Quintana Roo expects a hot, partly cloudy day with isolated showers as Cold Front 35 moves across Mexico.
Legal Uncertainty Surrounds Chen Zubul, Playa del Carmen’s Last Major “Green Lung”
The future of Chen Zubul, a 40-hectare stretch of mangrove and jungle widely considered the last significant “green lung” dividing…
Puerto Aventuras Approves Sargassum Defense Plan as Experts Warn 2026 May Be Another Record Year
Property owners in Puerto Aventuras voted overwhelmingly this week in favor of installing an offshore sargassum deflection barrier system, a…
Maya Train Construction Halted by Sierra Papacal Farmers Over Land Dispute
Farmers in Sierra Papacal halted Maya Train construction, alleging land irregularities and corruption.
Yucatan Peninsula at Critical Point for Mangrove and Wetland Conservation, Researchers Warn
Researchers warn the Yucatan Peninsula's mangroves and wetlands face critical threats from urbanization and pollution.