Sargassum Cleanup Accelerates Beach Erosion in Akumal, Workers Warn
Tourism workers in Akumal say constant sargassum removal is hardening the beach and driving away nesting sea turtles.
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UN Warns Pig Farms Threaten Yucatan’s Maya Communities, Calls for Justice Plan
UN report says more than 500 unregulated pig farms in Yucatan are polluting the Maya Aquifer and harming indigenous communities.
Sea Turtle Nesting Surges in Playa del Carmen Despite Low-Year Forecast
Despite expectations of a slow season, Playa del Carmen has recorded 1,200 sea turtle nests and released 22,000 hatchlings.
Cozumel Prepares for San Miguel Arcángel Patron Saint Festivities
Cozumel's Catholic community prepares for the San Miguel Arcángel festivities from Sept. 20-29, featuring novenas, processions and cultural events.
Bacalar Residents End Highway Blockade After Officials Agree to Dissolve Oversight Committee
Residents of La Pantera lifted a two-hour highway blockade after Bacalar officials agreed to dissolve the FAISPIAM oversight committee.
Two Arrested, Drugs Seized, Minors Rescued in Playa del Carmen Raid
Two arrested, drugs seized, and two minors taken into protective custody during a Playa del Carmen raid.
Motorcyclist Dies After Crashing Under Trailer on Playa del Carmen Boulevard
A motorcyclist was killed after colliding with a tractor-trailer on Playa del Carmen Boulevard when he tried to pass another…
Playa del Carmen Taxi Union Expels 18 Drivers Over Abuse Complaints
The Playa del Carmen taxi union has removed 18 drivers following complaints of aggression and mistreatment of passengers.
Maya Train Launches Janal, a Restaurant Train Featuring Southeastern Mexican Cuisine
The Maya Train's new Janal restaurant car offers traditional Yucatecan cuisine on its first run between Mérida-Teya and Izamal.
Disturbed Mangrove Area in Mexico Grows Fivefold; Yucatán Peninsula Leads
Disturbed mangrove area in Mexico surged from 9,680 to 52,130 hectares between 2020 and 2025, with the Yucatán Peninsula accounting…