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The foul odor of decomposing sargassum is deterring tourists at Playa Fundadores in Playa del Carmen, despite ongoing cl...
12/07/2025

The foul odor of decomposing sargassum is deterring tourists at Playa Fundadores in Playa del Carmen, despite ongoing cleanup efforts. Barriers and daily removal have not stopped the seaweed from piling up, raising concerns for the local tourism economy.

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Mexico saw an 18% rise in international tourists in May, but average spending per visitor dropped by 9.9%. While arrival...
12/07/2025

Mexico saw an 18% rise in international tourists in May, but average spending per visitor dropped by 9.9%. While arrivals increased, land travelers spent significantly less, offset by higher spending from air arrivals. Total tourism revenue still grew by 6.3%.

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Mexico City has launched a new Public Housing for Rent program to address rising housing costs. The initiative will prov...
12/07/2025

Mexico City has launched a new Public Housing for Rent program to address rising housing costs. The initiative will provide 1,000 affordable rental units in central districts, prioritizing low-income families, seniors, and displaced households. Officials aim to expand to 20,000 units by the end of the administration.

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Quintana Roo’s urban growth is endangering native opossums, forcing them into human areas. Conservation groups highlight...
12/07/2025

Quintana Roo’s urban growth is endangering native opossums, forcing them into human areas. Conservation groups highlight their ecological role and rising casualties. Efforts are underway to protect them, including legal measures and public awareness.

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Cancún is set to develop a new 30,000-hectare protected tourist corridor to safeguard its lagoons, backed by over $700,0...
12/07/2025

Cancún is set to develop a new 30,000-hectare protected tourist corridor to safeguard its lagoons, backed by over $700,000 in funding. The project aims to restore ecosystems while promoting sustainable tourism.

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Researchers in the Dominican Republic are testing a way to turn sargassum seaweed into floating fish attractors, helping...
12/07/2025

Researchers in the Dominican Republic are testing a way to turn sargassum seaweed into floating fish attractors, helping local fishermen while repurposing a natural resource. The project could reduce plastic use and provide a sustainable solution for coastal communities.

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An armed attack in Tulum’s Ya’ax neighborhood left one dead and one injured, highlighting growing security concerns in t...
12/07/2025

An armed attack in Tulum’s Ya’ax neighborhood left one dead and one injured, highlighting growing security concerns in the area. Authorities are investigating the incident, with early reports suggesting possible ties to organized crime.

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The Green Party has opened Casa Verde in Cozumel, a new hub for governance, activism, and community engagement. Leaders ...
12/07/2025

The Green Party has opened Casa Verde in Cozumel, a new hub for governance, activism, and community engagement. Leaders highlighted the party’s growth and commitment to environmental and social causes.

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El Malilla performed to a crowd of 25,000 at Playa del Carmen’s Plaza 28 de Julio during the Feria del Carmen 2025. The ...
12/07/2025

El Malilla performed to a crowd of 25,000 at Playa del Carmen’s Plaza 28 de Julio during the Feria del Carmen 2025. The reggaeton artist delivered a high-energy set, marking a highlight of the festival’s cultural celebrations.

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Quintana Roo has untapped potential in nautical tourism, with fewer than 100 foreign vessels visiting annually. Despite ...
12/07/2025

Quintana Roo has untapped potential in nautical tourism, with fewer than 100 foreign vessels visiting annually. Despite high spending per visitor, limited infrastructure and bureaucratic hurdles hinder growth. Experts call for better promotion and streamlined entry processes to boost this valuable sector.

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Quintana Roo has confirmed five monkeypox cases, with a sixth under investigation in Cancún. The current count matches 2...
12/07/2025

Quintana Roo has confirmed five monkeypox cases, with a sixth under investigation in Cancún. The current count matches 2024's total. Patients are isolated and receiving treatment. Health officials emphasize relying on verified information as testing continues.

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Hotels in Cancún are resisting a new rule requiring them to transport collected sargassum to landfills, citing high cost...
12/07/2025

Hotels in Cancún are resisting a new rule requiring them to transport collected sargassum to landfills, citing high costs. The municipal government insists it’s their responsibility, while industry leaders argue for a more coordinated approach. Rising seaweed volumes are fueling the dispute.

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