Fire Destroys Bus on Highway Between Felipe Carrillo Puerto and Tulum
A private bus carrying about 40 people burned completely on Federal Highway 307 early Wednesday; all occupants escaped safely.
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Extortion suspect held after pizza box threat in Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo — A judge has ordered pretrial detention for a man...
Power Outages Cost Chetumal Restaurants Up to 50% of Revenue
Recent power outages in Chetumal caused restaurant revenue losses between 11% and 50%, a local industry leader says.
Quintana Roo Launches Free Eyeglasses Program for Elementary Students
Quintana Roo's education department will give free eye exams and eyeglasses to elementary students in high-margin urban areas.
Isla Mujeres Unveils First Diving Guide for Quintana Roo
Isla Mujeres launched an official diving guide, developed with local divers, to promote sustainable tourism and marine conservation.
INAH Researcher Accuses Agency of Prioritizing Tourism Over Conservation
A Quintana Roo researcher says tourism-driven projects at Cobá, Tulum and Balam Tun are harming Maya heritage, and urges an…
Whale Shark Tours in Holbox Plunge 80% as Season Ends
Whale shark tour demand in Holbox has fallen 80% as the season wraps up, with only eight or nine of…
Akumal Monkey Sanctuary Visitor Numbers Drop 50%
The Akumal Monkey Sanctuary has lost more than half its monthly visitors, putting pressure on care for over 250 rescued…
MOBI Route 27 Launch in Cancún Promises Faster Rides to Hotel Zone
MOBI Route 27 launches in Cancún, saving commuters up to 50 minutes to the Hotel Zone.
Protesters Clash With Police in Puerto Morelos Over Persistent Smoke
Residents demanding action over persistent smoke scuffled with police during a protest near Highway 307 in Puerto Morelos.