Mexican Navy Rescues 16 People off Progreso Coast
The Mexican Navy rescued 12 adults and four children from a small boat northeast of Progreso, Yucatan, and turned them…
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Poultry Giants Crío and Bachoco Accused of Pollution, Deforestation in Yucatán
Maya communities in Yucatán accuse poultry giants Crío and Bachoco of manure dumping, water pollution, and deforestation.
Yucatan Logs 3 New Screwworm Myiasis Cases as National Total Reaches 587
Yucatan reported three new screwworm myiasis cases, bringing its total to 41 and making it the only active hotspot on…
Chronic Diseases Drive 40% of Visits to Cancún’s Municipal Health Clinics
Chronic conditions, especially diabetes, account for 40% of consultations at Cancún's municipal health units, the city's health director said.
Quintana Roo Women’s Secretariat Ramps Up Violence Prevention Efforts
The Women's Secretariat says 2,304 women have sought help at its centers this year as it expands violence prevention programs.
Spider Monkey Rescued in Cancún Sparks Wildlife Trafficking Alert
A spider monkey was rescued in Cancún after residents reported the animal in an urban area, highlighting the dangers of…
Yucatan Peninsula Maya Embroidery Seeks National Heritage Status
Quintana Roo, Yucatán and Campeche team up to win national heritage status for Maya embroidery.
Playa del Carmen Woman Charged With Torturing 8-Year-Old Daughter
A woman faces trial for torturing and abusing her 8-year-old daughter in Playa del Carmen, prosecutors said.
Stolen Boat Recovered in Cancun Hotel Zone
Authorities recovered a boat reported stolen from a dock in Cancun's Hotel Zone. No arrests have been announced.
Prosecutors Charge 41 With Animal Abuse in Quintana Roo
State prosecutors have charged 41 people with animal abuse and cruelty in Quintana Roo, including cases involving dog deaths.