The Mérida City Council has launched an initiative to remove street vendors from the Aro roundabout in the Las Américas area, following repeated complaints from residents about public safety and environmental concerns. The decision was taken after multiple grievances were lodged with local authorities regarding pollution, litter, noise, harm to wildlife, and encroachment on public […]
Mérida Proves Itself as Mexico’s Safest Capital
For the second consecutive year, Mérida has reaffirmed its status as the safest capital in Mexico, boasting a crime rate six times lower than other major cities across the country. According to the Executive Secretariat of the National Public Security System (Sesnsp), Mérida’s crime rate stands at just 100.4 crimes per 100,000 inhabitants, significantly lower […]
Mexico Evacuates Citizens from Iran Amid Escalating Tension with Israel
The Mexican government has successfully evacuated 18 Mexican citizens and their families from Iran, bringing them to safety in Azerbaijan. The evacuation operation was coordinated by the Mexican consular team in the region and came as a precautionary measure following the military escalation between Israel and Iran. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, all […]
Children’s Bodies Found at Michoacán Hotel Identified
Two young children, identified as Jorge and Daniela, aged 12 and 10, respectively, were found dead inside a hotel room in the Torremolinos neighborhood of Michoacán. According to authorities, the children had been staying with their mother at the hotel since June 13. The Michoacán State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) confirmed that the bodies had […]
Controversy Over Elected Judge with Links to Notorious Drug Lord “El Chapo”
A lawyer who previously defended Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, one of Mexico’s most infamous drug lords, has won a seat as a local judge in Ciudad Juárez, sparking outrage and allegations of conflict of interest. Silvia Delgado, 51, was part of El Chapo’s defense team before his extradition to the United States in 2017. The […]
Mexican Band Shifts Tone with Anti-Narco Song Amid Controversy
A popular Mexican band, Los Alegres del Barranco, has released an anti-narcotic song in a bid to clear its name after being accused of glorifying a wanted drug lord. The move comes as the band faces investigation for displaying images of Nemesio Oseguera, head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, during a concert. The United […]
Isla Mujeres Shines Brightly as Nominee for Prestigious World Travel Awards
For the third consecutive year, the enchanting island of Isla Mujeres has been nominated for the prestigious World Travel Awards, widely regarded as the “Oscars of Tourism” worldwide. The Municipal Government of Isla Mujeres, led by Mayor Atenea Gómez Ricalde, is proud to have received this nomination in the category of “Leading Island Destination in […]
Isla Mujeres Businesses Cry Foul Over Unfair Tax Hike
A contentious tax reform has sparked outrage among national and local business organizations on Isla Mujeres, with critics accusing the municipal administration of Atenea Gómez Ricalde of imposing an unfair burden on investors. The new Real Estate Acquisition Tax (ISABI) law, approved this year, increases the tax rate from a fixed 3% to a variable […]
Cozumel’s Future at Risk: Community Rallies Against Fourth Cruise Ship Pier
A proposal to construct a fourth cruise ship pier in Cozumel has sparked widespread concern among environmentalists and residents over the potential ecological damage it could cause to the Villa Blanca Reef, a unique marine ecosystem on the island. The project, led by Muelles del Caribe S.A. de C.V., aims to accommodate state-of-the-art cruise ships […]
Terramar DMC triples team in Tulum, Mexico as group travel surges
Located on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, 80 miles south of Cancún, Tulum has transformed from a bohemian retreat to a thriving destination for international group travel. With the country’s tourism revenue growing by 7.4% in 2024, travelers are increasingly seeking authentic experiences. The SITE Global Conference, held in March 2025, praised Tulum’s unique blend of Mayan […]