Biologist Dismisses Leeches Report in Quintana Roo Lagoon, Cites Misidentification
A biologist says social media reports of leeches in Laguna Esmeralda are unfounded, likely a case of mistaken identity.
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Family Accuses IMSS Hospital Staff of Negligence and Threats in Playa del Carmen
Relatives of a patient awaiting surgery at IMSS 18 in Playa del Carmen allege medical negligence and threats from staff.
Yucatán Grouper Fishery Gets Updated Recovery Plan After Decade of Decline
After a decade without changes, Yucatán's grouper fishery management plan is being updated to reverse a 17% production drop.
Mexican Singer Nicho Hinojosa Calls Out Broken AC at Playa del Carmen Theater
Singer Nicho Hinojosa publicly highlighted the broken air conditioning at Playa del Carmen's Teatro de la Ciudad during his performance.
Cancun Mayor Snubbed at Inauguration of Landmark Nichupte Bridge
Cancun Mayor Ana Paty Peralta was notably absent from official events during President Sheinbaum's visit to inaugurate the Nichupte Bridge.
Nelly Korda Wins Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba 2026
World No. 1 Nelly Korda won the Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba with a 17-under-par 271.
Yucatán Trains Over 300 Health Workers to Combat Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya
More than 300 health workers in Yucatán received training to strengthen prevention and control of dengue, Zika, and chikungunya.
Cozumel Lawmaker Honors 178th Anniversary of El Cedral Traditions
Deputy Renán Sánchez Tajonar praised the cultural significance of the Santa Cruz de Sabán festival in El Cedral.
Mexico rejects Cozumel cruise pier expansion over reef damage
Cozumel, Quintana Roo — Mexico’s Secretariat of Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat) has denied an...
Tulum protesters block roads for free beach access
Tulum, Quintana Roo — Around 100 people, mostly members of the “Playas Libres” collective, staged...