The Powerful Families Behind Mexico’s Tourist Industry in Cancun
Behind the sun-kissed beaches and luxurious hotel complexes of Mexico’s Riviera Maya lies a complex web of economic power and influence. At the heart of this industry are five millionaire groups that control Quintana Roo’s hotels, theme parks, and other tourist developments. Quintana Roo, known for its stunning white-sand beaches and turquoise waters, has become […]
The Fourth Mexican Snake Festival Comes to Quintana Roo
The picturesque municipality of José María Morelos in Quintana Roo will be hosting the fourth edition of the Mexican Snake Festival, a celebration of all things serpent-related, from July 18th onwards. This year’s event is part of an eight-destination tour across Mexico, showcasing the country’s rich reptilian heritage. Located on the Caribbean coast, José María […]
Mérida on the Brink: Can Unchecked Growth Be Stopped?
The rapid expansion of real estate developments in Mérida, Mexico has led to a perfect storm of problems, warn local researchers. Without proper planning and regulation, the city’s infrastructure is struggling to keep up with the demands of its growing population. “It’s like a broken plate,” says Dr. María Elena Torres Pérez, an urban development […]
Mérida to Impose Harsh Fines on Littering Offenders
The Mérida City Council has proposed a bold measure to combat littering in the streets: imposing fines up to 500 UMAS (approximately 56,570 pesos), the highest penalty in the country. This move is aimed at addressing neighborhood complaints about clandestine dumpsites and illegal waste in multiple areas of Mérida. Mayor Cecilia Patrón Laviada has expressed […]
Mérida Launches Free Summer Courses for Children
The Mérida City Council has announced the “Mérida 2025 Summer Courses” and “Summer Adventures” initiatives, designed to promote recreation, learning, and skill development for children aged 6-12. According to Municipal President Cecilia Patrón Laviada and Jesús Pérez Ballote, Director of Human Well-being, the summer courses aim to provide children with a fun and enriching experience […]
Mérida Makes Significant Strides in Infrastructure, Cleanliness, and Public Services
The City Council meeting on June 30 saw Mérida Mayor Cecilia Patrón Laviada highlight key advancements in basic infrastructure, urban cleanup, and administrative reorganization. Emphasizing the importance of guaranteeing access to clean water and enhancing public services across the municipality’s precincts and urban areas. A major breakthrough was announced regarding the Drinking Water Works project, […]
Tropical Storm Flossie Brings Rough Waves and Waterspouts to Guerrero and Michoacán Coast
A powerful interaction between Tropical Storm Flossie and the monsoon trough is expected to bring strong winds, massive waves, and a high potential for waterspouts to the central Pacific coast of Mexico. The National Meteorological Service warned that gusts could reach up to 100 km/h (62 mph), while waves are forecasted to reach heights of […]
A Sweet Success Story: How One Family’s Dream Turned into a Flourishing Business
In the heart of Oaxaca City, Mexico, lies a small shop that has become a sensation in the region. Wicho’s Donut House is a family-owned business that has turned the humble art of doughnut-making into a thriving success story. Founded by Jesús Morales Mendoza and his brothers after they returned to their hometown from California, […]
The San Francisco Dam overflows on Álvaro Obregón Highway after rains, affecting roads in Lomas de Becerra.
The San Francisco Dam, also known as Becerra Dam, located in the Lomas de Becerra neighborhood of the Álvaro Obregón borough of Mexico City, overflowed on Sunday evening, June 29th, causing significant road disruptions in the area. The incident occurred as a result of the accumulation of garbage at the site and the heavy rains […]