Five people who allegedly committed the assault and robbery of more than 3 million pesos against a person in Oaxaca are believed to be linked to robberies of bank customers in the state of Veracruz, the Oaxaca Attorney General’s Office reported. This Wednesday, May 13, during a press conference, a report and account of the […]
Indigenous teachers suspend total blockade on the San Cristóbal-Tuxtla highway
As planned, on Friday, May 15, coinciding with Teachers’ Day, members of the Indigenous Education Level of the Highlands Region of Chiapas gathered on the San Cristóbal-Tuxtla Gutiérrez toll road, at kilometer 46, where they had announced a complete blockade of the highway. However, after holding a press conference, the teachers announced that the demonstration […]
San Cristóbal faces a water crisis; protected wetlands are being filled in and destroyed
Environmentalists warn that landfilling, encroachment, and land-use change continue to affect the main water sources that supply thousands of residents in San Cristóbal de Las Casas. The wetlands and springs of La Kisst, Navajuelos, and María Eugenia, which cover approximately 225 hectares and are protected by the federal government, are currently facing severe damage due […]
Power outages continue in Yucatán; several areas of Mérida and other municipalities are without electricity.
Just days after the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) touted the start of commercial operation at the Mérida IV “Elvia Carrillo Puerto” Combined Cycle Power Plant, power outages have resurfaced. Since last night, several areas of Mérida and municipalities in the interior of the state have reported power outages, and this Friday, the CFE confirmed that […]
Why is there no earthquake alert system in Yucatán? The explanation few know
The recent earthquakes recorded in municipalities in southern Yucatán, such as Ticul, Muna, and their surrounding areas, have sparked public interest in how seismic activity works on the Peninsula and why the state lacks a seismic alert system like those implemented in other regions of the country. Although the tremors have been of low magnitude […]
Progress is being made in protecting trees as part of Mérida’s heritage.
With a commitment to continue building a greener, more sustainable, and environmentally conscious Mérida, Mayor Cecilia Patrón Laviada continues the process of declaring Trees as Green Heritage, now totaling 174 recognized specimens in various locations throughout the municipality. In collaboration with the Autonomous University of Yucatán (UADY), three trees located on the Central Administration Campus […]
Why are Tulum and Valle de Guadalupe suddenly receiving fewer tourists?
Tulum and the Guadalupe Valley face a decline in tourism due to insecurity, high costs, and the presence of sargassum seaweed. Approximately two years ago, Tulum and the Guadalupe Valley were the trendiest destinations to visit in Mexico. Tulum was a Caribbean paradise, famous for its turquoise waters and soft sand beaches, while the Guadalupe […]
Residential areas in Playa del Carmen experience constant power outages
The Riviera Maya, particularly the city of Playa del Carmen, has experienced a series of power outages in recent days, affecting both local businesses and residents, who have expressed their discontent on social media. The most recent outage occurred on the night of Thursday, May 14, according to a report from the Federal Electricity Commission […]
SICT denies social media reports about alleged emergency shoring up of the Nichupté bridge inaugurated in Cancun
The Nichupté Vehicular Bridge, one of the most important infrastructure projects in Cancún, Quintana Roo, has once again sparked conversation on social media after images circulated showing alleged “emergency shoring” of its structure. Following the viral spread of the topic, the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (SICT) denied any risk to the structure and […]
A member of the Hells Angels wanted in Canada for drug and arms trafficking was arrested in Cancun.
A member of the Hells Angels—an international criminal organization operating under the guise of a motorcycle club—was arrested in Cancún, Quintana Roo, by members of the Mexican Navy in coordination with the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection and the Attorney General’s Office. The individual, identified as Denis “N,” was the subject of an Interpol […]