Mexico’s Economy Ministry Rejects Canaco Playa del Carmen Assembly, Disputes New Board
Mexico's Economy Ministry invalidated Canaco Playa del Carmen's February assembly, rejecting Iovana Franco as president.
Politics
Playa del Carmen Mayor Estefanía Mercado Rules Out Gubernatorial Bid
Playa del Carmen Mayor Estefanía Mercado says she will not seek the Morena nomination for governor of Quintana Roo.
Playa del Carmen Launches Citizen Dialogues to Update Municipal Development Plan
Playa del Carmen begins citizen dialogues to update its 2024-2027 Municipal Development Plan, incorporating public proposals.
Maya Wellness Market Stands Empty, a $5.2M Symbol of Broken Promises in Quintana Roo
A $5.2M market built for the Maya Train sits vacant, leaving local producers frustrated and questioning government priorities.
Former Quintana Roo Governor Acquitted of Organized Crime, Remains Under House Arrest
A federal judge acquitted former Quintana Roo Governor Roberto Borge of organized crime, but he remains under house arrest on…
Cozumel Critics Accuse Mayor of Ceding Control Over Key Resources
Critics say Mayor José Luis Chacón has failed to defend Cozumel's interests, particularly regarding a cruise trust fund.
Mahahual Taxi Drivers Threaten Protests Over Alleged Concession Fraud
Drivers accuse union leaders of awarding 19 taxi permits to cronies and family members instead of long-waiting members.
The Guardian Hails Sheinbaum as ‘World’s Most Popular Leftist Leader’
British newspaper praises Mexican president's popularity and leadership style, noting she governs a 'very macho' country.
Sheinbaum Invites Viral Duck Merlin to Morning Press Conference After World Cup Fame
President Sheinbaum will invite Merlin the duck, a World Cup 2026 viral sensation, to her daily press conference.
New York Times Reports Mexican Politicians Use Laws to Sue, Harass Journalists
The New York Times reveals Mexican politicians increasingly use legal actions to silence journalists, with cases of SLAPP suits and…