In the small coastal town of Sisal, nestled in southeastern Mexico’s Yucatán state, a bitter conflict has been brewing between residents and authorities over the uncontrolled expansion of tourism development. The dispute centers around a disputed plot of land near the town’s main pier, where residents claim to have cleared vegetation to protect their community’s […]

Researchers warn of impending disaster as salinization affects water supply and ecosystems on the peninsula. The waters of the Yucatán Peninsula, a tropical paradise famous for its crystal-clear cenotes and turquoise lagoons, are facing an unprecedented threat. Rising sea levels and changes in aquifer recharge are causing the groundwater to become increasingly saline, posing a […]

Campeche and Mérida Lead the Pack as National Meteorological Service Reports Record-High Temperatures” In a scorching start to April, two cities on the Yucatán Peninsula have taken their place among the top 10 hottest spots in Mexico, according to the National Meteorological Service (SMN) of the National Water Commission (Conagua). The “hells” of the Yucatán […]

In a disturbing trend, the state of Yucatán has emerged as one of the top five regions with the highest incidence rate of HIV cases in Mexico. According to recent data from the Ministry of Health and Repavih, the Network of People Affected by HIV, the number of new diagnoses among young people is cause […]

A series of blackouts has plagued the state of Yucatán, leaving thousands without power as a heat wave grips the region. The outages have been particularly harsh on residents who rely on electricity for cooling and essential appliances. In Mérida’s Polígono CTM neighborhood, residents took to the streets Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning to […]

The state of Yucatán is bracing itself for a prolonged period of strong winds that are expected to last over 10 hours tomorrow, April 3, with authorities on high alert for the possibility of major wildfires. According to the State Civil Protection agency (PROCIVY), wind gusts of up to 80 km/h are being recorded in […]

Mérida – In a shocking incident that left passengers shaken, two men stopped a Va y Ven bus on Avenida Aviación in Mérida, sparking chaos and intimidation. According to eyewitness accounts from a passenger who shared the ordeal on Facebook, the driver of a white car became agitated after stopping to load passengers onto the […]

A shocking report of ecological devastation has surfaced at the Cuxtal Reserve in Mérida, leaving a trail of destruction and raising concerns about the impact on local wildlife. According to Cecilia Patrón Laviada, mayor of Mérida, eight hectares of this protected nature reserve were ravaged by heavy machinery, prompting a formal complaint filed with the […]

The Government of Yucatán and the National System for the Integral Development of the Family (DIF) have announced a major initiative to support migrant children in transit through the region. The collaboration agreement will establish “Casa U’ulab,” a social assistance center designed to provide safety, care, and dignity to young migrants facing challenging circumstances. Governor […]

Massive power outages struck Mérida and at least 12 rural municipalities in Yucatán again this morning, leaving residents without electricity and raising concerns over recurring blackouts during the hot season. State authorities and social media reports confirmed these widespread outages, which disrupted both urban and rural areas. The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) attributed yesterday’s regional […]