HUATULCO, Mexico — State investigators have arrested a man believed to be responsible for the murder of a local merchant nearly five months after the fatal attack occurred in the coastal town of Huatulco. The General Prosecutor’s Office of the State of Oaxaca (FGEO) confirmed the arrest of the individual, identified as A.E.R.H., who was […]
Neighbors Condemn Reports of Poisoned Pets in San Cristóbal de Las Casas
SAN CRISTÓBAL DE LAS CASAS, Mexico — Residents of San Cristóbal de Las Casas are demanding immediate action from authorities to combat animal abuse after reports emerged of dogs and cats found dead, presumably poisoned, in the vicinity of the northern-western peripheral road. The animals, described by neighbors as defenseless creatures seeking shade on the […]
From Boom to Bust: Why Tulum’s Military-Run Airport is Losing International Carriers
MEXICO CITY — American Airlines, the first international carrier to operate out of Tulum’s airport, will significantly reduce its flight offerings from the destination as part of a broader seat reduction across the military-operated terminal. The U.S. carrier confirmed to El Financiero that it will discontinue its route between Los Angeles and Tulum—one of the […]
Off-Season Struggles: 15 Playa del Carmen Restaurants Shut Down Permanently
PLAYA DEL CARMEN, Mexico — Between 10 and 15 restaurants in Playa del Carmen have permanently closed their doors during the current off-season, while other establishments have chosen to temporarily suspend operations to undergo renovations or provide staff with much-needed rest. Roberto Lepe, president of the National Chamber of the Restaurant and Food Seasoning Industry […]
VIDEO:Viral Video Shows Sharks Approaching Tourist Areas in Cancún
CANCÚN, Mexico — A video shared on social media has caused concern after two sharks were captured approaching the shoreline in Cancún, moving into areas frequented by tourists. The footage shows the marine predators getting dangerously close to people swimming in the water. In the video, bystanders can be seen shouting at swimmers to retreat […]
Quintana Roo’s PAN Denounces ‘Derecho de No Residente’ Increase; Calls for Focus on Infrastructure
CANCÚN, Quintana Roo — The National Action Party (PAN) in Quintana Roo has officially rejected the proposed increase to the Derecho de No Residente (DNR)—a tax on non-resident visitors—for 2027, arguing that the hike fails to address the root issues facing the region’s tourism industry. During a press conference in Cancún, PAN leadership presented a […]
INEGI Report Highlights Minimal Export Contribution for Yucatan in Second Quarter of 2026
MEXICO CITY — Exports from the state of Yucatan made a minimal contribution to Mexico’s total foreign sales during the second quarter of 2026, according to the latest figures released by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI). According to the data published on September 30, Campeche emerged as the leader in foreign sales […]
“An Injustice”: Senators Highlight Severe Medication Deficit in Campeche Hospitals
MEXICO CITY — The Movimiento Ciudadano (MC) caucus in the Mexican Senate has issued a stark denuncia regarding the acute shortage of medications used to treat chronic pain, palliative care, and cancer patients across the country, with a particular focus on the state of Campeche. The senators challenged President Claudia Sheinbaum’s recent assertions that reports […]
Veracruz Governor Defends Teacher Accused of Harassment Over School Assignment
XALAPA, Veracruz — The Governor of Veracruz, Rocío Nahle, has defended a teacher from Martínez de la Torre who faced allegations of harassment after requesting that students create a “croquis” (a sketch or map) as part of their school activities. The case went viral on social media after a parent accused the educator of harassment […]
Hoogendoorn Strengthens Latin American Footprint via New Querétaro Hub
QUERÉTARO, MEXICO — Hoogendoorn, a global leader in horticultural automation, has significantly expanded its regional headquarters in Querétaro, Mexico. By doubling its previous footprint in the Terra Business Park, the company aims to bolster its support for the burgeoning Latin American horticultural market and deepen its commitment to local producers. The expansion is a strategic […]