Tulum Tourism Plunges 33% After Jaguar National Park Opens, Locals Say
Visitor numbers to Tulum's archaeological zone fell by a third after the Jaguar National Park opened, sparking protests.
Politics
Sheinbaum Confirms Talks With Royal Caribbean to Relocate Canceled Mahahual Project
President Sheinbaum says Royal Caribbean's Perfect Day project in Mahahual was canceled due to environmental concerns; talks underway for alternative…
Cancun’s Malecon Tajamar Prepares for President Claudia Sheinbaum’s Address
Preparations begin at Cancun's Malecón Tajamar for the broadcast of President Claudia Sheinbaum's accountability message on May 31.
Former Playa del Carmen Mayor and Treasurer Investigated for Misappropriation of Over $4 Million
Lili Campos and Kira Iris face 12 probes for alleged embezzlement of over 80 million pesos.
Playa del Carmen Pays Performance Bonus to 1,069 Police Officers
Playa del Carmen paid 26.4 million pesos in performance bonuses to 1,069 police officers, the city treasurer announced.
Former Quintana Roo Governor Roberto Borge Acquitted of Organized Crime, Granted House Arrest
A judge acquitted former Quintana Roo Governor Roberto Borge of organized crime, allowing him to serve house arrest for money…
Playa del Carmen Mayor Faces Internal Crisis, Sargasso Woes Amid Gubernatorial Ambitions
Mayor Estefania Mercado struggles with staff infighting, corruption allegations, and an environmental crisis as she eyes the governorship.
FIFA Forces Removal of Axolotl Mascot From Mexico City Stadium Ahead of 2026 World Cup
FIFA demands removal of giant axolotl figure at Estadio Banorte for violating 2026 World Cup commercial agreements.
Playa del Carmen Mayor Meets Developers, Pledges Faster Permits and Investment
Mayor Estefanía Mercado met with developers to promise streamlined permits and transparent processes to boost investment.
Bike-Share Company Says It Notified Playa del Carmen Officials Before Pulling Service
Documents show the bike-share operator notified Playa del Carmen officials months before removing bikes, contradicting city claims.