Overcrowding Blamed for Cozumel Boat Accidents, Mayor Says
Cozumel's mayor says overcrowding is the main cause of boat accidents, citing a recent sinking where capacity was exceeded.
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Mexico Approves 91,000-Panel Solar Park in Yucatan, Mandates Indigenous Consultation
Mexico's environmental agency approved a 50 MW solar park in Tekax, Yucatan, with conditions including an indigenous consultation and wildlife…
Residents of Piste Protest Drop in Income After Chichen Itza Access Change
Community leaders in Piste call for a peaceful march over economic losses blamed on the new Catvi access system.
Playa del Carmen Bull Shark Diving Seeks Geographic Indication Status
A proposal to grant geographic indication to bull shark diving in Playa del Carmen advances, aiming to protect the activity…
Low Season and Sargassum Hit Playa del Carmen Divers’ Incomes
Unusual sargassum influx and low tourism have slashed incomes for Playa del Carmen divers in 2026.
Isla Mujeres Announces Whale Shark Festival to Promote Sustainable Tourism
Isla Mujeres will host a Whale Shark Festival on August 28 to promote sustainable tourism and marine conservation.
Quintana Roo to Hold Voluntary Disarmament Fairs in Five Municipalities
Starting July 27, authorities will collect firearms, ammunition, and toy weapons in exchange for incentives.
Playa del Carmen to Broadcast World Cup Finals on Giant Screen
Playa del Carmen will host a public viewing of the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals on July 18-19.
CFE Blackouts Spread Across Mexico, Hitting Quintana Roo Hard
Power outages across 20 Mexican states disrupt homes, businesses, and water supply in Quintana Roo.
Playa del Carmen Culture Institute Says It Has No Records of City Theater Rentals
Playa del Carmen's culture institute says it has no documents on City Theater rentals from Oct 2024 to June 2026.