Quintana Roo Residents to Receive Free Internet Chips After Being Left Behind in Initial Rollout
Residents who were initially selected as beneficiaries of the Conecta Quintana Roo program last year but failed to receive their free internet chips will have two chances to claim them, starting next week. According to the operating rules of this social initiative, those eligible for the benefit can collect their SIM cards at designated local […]
The Faces of Wealth: Revealing Quintana Roo’s Richest Families and Their Businesses
Quintana Roo, one of Mexico’s primary economic drivers, boasts a thriving tourism industry that attracts millions of visitors each year. Cities like Cancún, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum have become world-class tourist destinations, fueling growth in sectors such as hotels, gastronomy, tourism services, and commerce. Despite this, the state struggles with poverty, with over half […]
Reporting Animal Abuse in Quintana Roo: Authorities Provide Contact Information for Municipalities
The recent surge in reports of animal abuse in the state of Quintana Roo has prompted authorities to share information on how citizens can report such incidents. Following a disturbing video that went viral online, showing a three-month-old Chihuahua named “Osito” being tied to a drone by a group of young people in Xul-Ha, Bacalar, […]
Quintana Roo Braces for 2025 Hurricane Season: What to Expect
The state of Quintana Roo is gearing up for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, with Governor Mara Lezama Espinosa urging residents to take precautions and stay informed about official forecasts. According to the governor’s announcement, the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season will officially begin on June 1, affecting the state of Quintana Roo. However, the Ministry […]
Mérida Plagued by Soaring Home and Pedestrian Burglaries: A Security Crisis Ignored by Authorities
A disturbing wave of home burglaries is sweeping through Mérida, exposing the inadequacies of the municipal security strategy touted by Mayor Cecilia Anunciación Patrón Laviada. Despite official claims that everything is under control, residents and data paint a grim picture of a city struggling to contain crime. High-profile neighborhoods like Temozón Norte have been hit […]
The High Cost of Beauty: Unveiling the Dark Side of Mérida’s Urban Renewal
Mérida is undergoing a breathtaking transformation. The once-forgotten streets and abandoned houses have given way to vibrant gastronomic corridors, cultural centers, and high-value properties. However, beneath this façade lies a complex web of gentrification that raises important questions about the social cost of urban beautification. Dr. Edith Pereyra de la Rosa will shed light on […]
Mérida Residents Bring City to Standstill with Power Protest
A group of frustrated residents from southern Mérida took to the streets on Wednesday night, blocking 42nd Street South as a form of protest over the prolonged power outage that has left dozens of families without electricity. For three consecutive nights, the community has been plagued by a lack of power, forcing residents to endure […]
Casamigos Tequila Under Fire for Alleged “Super Premium” Price Tag
A new class-action lawsuit has been filed against Diageo, the parent company behind Casamigos tequila, claiming that the brand is charging consumers “super premium prices” for a product that contains less than 100% pure agave tequila. The suit, which seeks $5 million in damages from each of three plaintiffs, alleges that lab tests have revealed […]
Yucatecan Entrepreneur Ivana Rodríguez Named ‘Top Entrepreneur to Watch’ by Forbes
Yucatecan entrepreneur Ivana Rodríguez has been recognized as one of the top entrepreneurs to watch in 2025 by Forbes magazine. The founder and driving force behind the popular ice cream brand MYKOZ, Rodríguez was selected for her innovative vision and sustained growth in the healthy food sector. Rodríguez founded MYKOZ at just 19 years old […]