Who is Alan García Zúñiga, the Journalist Kidnapped in Poza Rica, Veracruz?
Despite being a beneficiary of the Federal Protection Mechanism, violence against journalists in the region remains alarming, with 31 murders and four disappearances since 2005. Journalist Alan García Zúñiga was kidnapped by a group of armed men in Poza Rica, Veracruz, a region notorious for its high danger level for journalists. García Zúñiga has a […]
Calls to Relocate Massive Events from Tulum’s Coastal Area
The Tulum Hotel Association has suggested reconsidering the hosting of massive events, including electronic music festivals, in the coastal area. They argue that such events may not align with the development model required for the destination. David Ortiz Mena, president of the association, highlighted that complaints were registered from guests due to noise after the […]
Dakatso Company Seeks Contract to Combat Sargassum in Solidaridad
The Dakatso company is seeking a contract with the local City Council to provide its services in combating sargassum, which is expected to have a strong season this year. Dagoberto Ruiz Lavín, the company’s director, stated that despite past political conflicts and a complaint against the city council for breach of contract worth over six […]
Tourist Reports Harassment and Scam by Cancun Taxi Drivers While Using Uber
A new case of harassment and scam by Cancun taxi drivers has surfaced on social media. The victim, a Venezuelan content creator named Rufas, shared his unpleasant experience in the popular tourist city. In a video, Rufas recounted the events of December 28, when he and his friends were vacationing in various destinations in Quintana […]
Leader of Cancun Kidnapping and Extortion Network Arrested in Mexico City
Arturo ‘N’, identified as the leader of a criminal gang in Cancun, was arrested in Mexico City following a coordinated operation involving the Attorney General’s Office (FGE) of Quintana Roo, the Navy (Semar), the National Anti-Kidnapping Coordination (Conase), and the Attorney General’s Office of Mexico City (FGJ of Mexico City). Between December 2024 and January […]
Colombian Family Recounts ‘Horrible’ Experience at Cancun Airport: ‘My Children Started Eating Leftovers
A Colombian family, intending to enjoy a vacation in Mexico, was detained at Cancun International Airport, where they allegedly faced humiliation and mistreatment by Immigration officials. According to one family member, they spent two days detained in a room before being deported. Marcela Toro shared her experience on social media, detailing the ordeal she endured […]
US Military Authorized to Enter Mexico for Training in Campeche
US military personnel have been authorized to enter Mexican territory following a request from President Claudia Sheinbaum to the Congress of the Union for training purposes with their Mexican counterparts. In the first week of Trump’s presidency, during which he declared Mexican cartels as terrorist groups, President Sheinbaum requested authorization for US Army troops to […]
Over 100 Kilos of Drugs Seized in Kanasín, Yucatán
Federal and state security forces seized more than 100 kilos of natural and synthetic drugs today in Kanasín, Yucatán, according to the Secretariat of Public Security (SSP) of Yucatán. The SSP reported that the seizure included 98 kilos of marijuana, 1.5 kilograms of crystal meth, 1.9 kilograms of cocaine, and 3.2 kilos of ‘rock’ from […]
Fuel Theft Suspect Arrested in Mérida: Extracting Gasoline from Parked Trucks
Agents from the Secretariat of Public Security (SSP) in Yucatán arrested a man yesterday morning for allegedly stealing gasoline from parked vehicles in Mérida. The suspect, identified as Luis Alberto C., was reportedly extracting diesel from trucks parked between the Villa Magna subdivision and the Periférico Ring Road, according to Eduardo Daniel Quintal Garcia. The […]