Cozumel Museum Launches Nature Painting Contest for 39th Anniversary
Cozumel museum invites artists to submit works inspired by the island's ecosystems for a painting competition.
Mexico Sets Record for Foreign Direct Investment in 2025 with $40.87 Billion
Mexico attracted $40.87 billion in foreign direct investment in 2025, a 10.8% increase from 2024.
Environmental Agency Shuts Down Illegal Construction in Yucatan Nature Reserve
Mexican environmental inspectors found illegal deforestation and construction in the Cuxtal Reserve near Merida.
Playa del Carmen Braces for Up to 60,000 Tons of Sargassum, Double Last Year’s Volume
Playa del Carmen could see 50,000 to 60,000 tons of sargassum this season, double 2025's amount, officials say.
American Tourist Sparks Backlash After Criticizing Playa del Carmen Vendors for Speaking Spanish
A U.S. tourist faced criticism after telling vendors in Playa del Carmen to learn English to sell better to tourists.
Man Shot Three Times in Tulum Attack, Prompting Major Police Response
A man was shot three times in Tulum, prompting a major police and emergency response in the city center.
Armed Motorcyclists Cause Panic in Cancún Neighborhood, Bullet Hits Taco Stand
Armed motorcyclists fired shots in a Cancún neighborhood, with one bullet striking a taco stand roof. No injuries reported.
Cancún Residents Report Women Demanding Voter IDs in Exchange for Food Aid
Residents in Cancún report women demanding voter IDs for food aid, raising identity theft concerns.
Unauthorized Baggage Handlers at Cancún Airport Charge Tourists Up to $50, Officials Report
Unlicensed baggage handlers at Cancún International Airport demand up to $50 from tourists, officials say.
Around 250,000 Workers in Quintana Roo Exceed 48-Hour Work Week
Data shows about 250,000 workers in Quintana Roo exceed Mexico's 48-hour weekly limit, driven by service sector demands.