Drivers block highway in Oaxaca; demand regulation of transportation

For the second consecutive day, drivers of Urvan vans and buses are blocking Federal Highway 190 to demand the regularization of their vehicles. The protest is taking place in front of the Oaxaca delegation of the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transportation, where their vehicles are obstructing traffic in both directions. The leader of the […]

New Pemex spill in Salina Cruz, Oaxaca; eight in a month (Nature Aristegui)

A new oil spill from Pemex pipelines—the eighth in a month—occurred on Tuesday in the port of Salina Cruz, Oaxaca, one of Mexico’s most important ports, according to reports from authorities and residents. The leak occurred in the Jardines neighborhood, where local authorities activated safety protocols to protect the population and assess the environmental impact. […]

The small town in Chiapas famous for its living indigenous traditions and for its artisanal pox, Tzeltal broth and chipilín tamales

The small town of Maravilla Tenejapa, located in the Highlands of Chiapas, is a destination of living culture. It preserves the Tseltal language, community rituals, and traditional textile craftsmanship, while maintaining a rich culinary heritage featuring artisanal pox, Tseltal broth, and chipilín tamales. This combination of intangible cultural heritage, mountainous landscapes, and homemade cuisine makes […]

Up to 8 hours without power! Residents block the Oaxaca-Chiapas highway and demand a response from the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE).

Residents of this community blocked the Pan-American Highway, which connects Oaxaca and Chiapas, for more than four hours to demand that the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) provide a solution to the constant power outages. The road closure caused long lines of stranded trucks and significant delays for motorists. Geographic Reference The protesters reported experiencing daily […]

Hoteliers in Yucatán seek to regulate lodging platforms

Noting that occupancy rates have fallen short of expectations so far this holiday season, the Mexican Hotel Association of Yucatán (AMHY) indicated that digital lodging platforms continue to severely impact the state’s tourism sector. As a result, they have initiated steps to regulate these platforms and create a level playing field. AMHY President Juan José […]

WHY DO THEY NEVER TALK ABOUT ORGANIZED CRIME?

Have you noticed? If you’re very observant of your surroundings, you’ll have noticed two things—or more—regarding the Security Council and, especially, the authorities in charge of Public Safety and Investigations: they haven’t mentioned anything about organized crime and the cartels that dominate the state. Every Monday, these authorities come out with a pre-prepared script announcing […]

Sheinbaum spat on during tour in Tamaulipas; video goes viral

A video circulating on social media has sparked outrage after allegedly showing someone spitting in the direction of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum during a tour last Sunday in Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas. The footage, widely shared on various digital platforms, shows the president greeting citizens when the incident occurs. The event has ignited a heated debate […]