Saharan Dust Reduces Rainfall in Yucatan, Creates Orange Sunsets
A Saharan dust cloud over the Yucatan Peninsula is limiting storm formation and producing vivid orange and red sunsets.
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Gran Museo del Mundo Maya to Host First Itinerant Acousmatic Concert Outside Mexico City
Free acousmatic concert at Gran Museo del Mundo Maya in Mérida features 10 winning sound works from Entornos Sonoros 2025.
Helicopter With Tourists Makes Emergency Landing Near Ek Balam Archaeological Site
A helicopter carrying tourists made a precautionary emergency landing near Ek Balam due to mechanical failure. No injuries reported.
Mara Lezama Highlights Maya World Unity at K’íiwik 2026 to Boost Community Tourism
Governor Mara Lezama promotes sustainable community tourism at the K'íiwik 2026 fair in Mérida.
Mexico Establishes Committee to Protect Maya Forest With Mesoamerican Biomes Project
Mexico's National Forestry Commission launched a state technical committee to coordinate conservation of the Maya Forest.
Rollover on Merida-Cancun Highway Leaves One Injured
A pickup truck rollover on the Merida-Cancun highway left one person injured and caused traffic delays.
Alleged Cartel Operator ‘El Huamúchil’ Arrested in Mérida, Led Criminal Network From Yucatán
Arturo Misael 'N', alias 'El Huamúchil', was arrested in Mérida for directing a criminal network in Quintana Roo.
Fishermen Defy Rain to Honor Fallen Mariners on Navy Day in Yucatan
Despite heavy rain, fishermen in three Yucatan ports held boat processions and floral offerings for Navy Day.
Yaxché Residents Demand 140 Million Pesos in Compensation for Tren Maya Impacts
About 50 residents of Yaxché protested in Mérida, demanding 140 million pesos in compensation for land used by the Tren…
Chichén Itzá Reopens After Vendor Dispute, New Hours and Prices Announced
Chichén Itzá reopens June 1 after a vendor dispute. New hours: 8 am to 4 pm. Prices vary by nationality.