Yucatan News
The Unseen World of Yucatán: Discovering Rare and Fascinating Insects
Deep within the vast areas of the Yucatan Peninsula lies a world teeming with little-known insects that play crucial roles in the region's ecosystem....
National
Rafael Echazarreta Torres, president of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), arrested for fraud in...
Agents from the State Investigation Police (PEI) of the SSP, in coordination with ministerial authorities, arrested Rafael Echazarreta Torres, who serves as president of...
“El Patron Fernando,” the main drug dealer in the north of Merida, was arrested...
On Thursday, July 10th, in a major police operation during a search of a tortilla factory, the arrest of Fernando R.C., aka “El Patrón...
Russia Seeks to Establish Strategic Corridor with Mexico through Cuba: A New Era in...
As President Donald Trump's administration continues to tighten its border policies with Mexico, Russia is making a concerted effort to establish a strategic corridor...
Economy
Yucatán’s “Green Diamond” Conquers Global Markets
Mexico's Yucatán region is making a name for itself in the global citrus market with its high-quality Persian limes, dubbed the "green diamond." The region's unique combination of fertile soil, favorable climate, and innovative...
Mérida Seeks Investment and Innovation from UAE
The city of Mérida has taken a significant step towards boosting its economy through investments and innovation projects, courtesy of a meeting between Mayor Cecilia Patrón Laviada and the Ambassador of the United Arab...
Business
Vladimir Putin seeks to establish the Yucatán-Cuba-Russia corridor with Mexico
In an interview with Proceso, Aleksey Valkov, director of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, explains Russia's strategy to expand its presence in Latin...
Mérida Forum To Strengthen Tourism Distribution Channel
ExpoMayoristas has announced that it will be hosting its next forum on May 27th at the Aken Mind Hotel in Mérida, bringing together approximately...
Real Estate
Entertainment
Mérida Launches Free Summer Courses for Children
The Mérida City Council has announced the "Mérida 2025 Summer Courses" and "Summer Adventures" initiatives, designed to promote recreation, learning, and skill development for...
Responsible Dog Ownership: Local Expert Promotes Awareness and Education
This Saturday at 3:00 PM, the Mascota Expo will host a unique dog show at the Ek Balam Hall of the Siglo XXI Convention...
Mérida Shines with 100% Yucatecan Spirit: White Night Festival Brings City to Life
The city of Mérida came alive tonight as thousands of people flocked to its Historic Center for the 19th edition of the White Night...
Food and Drinks
Why are African American Expats moving to Merida, Yucatan?
Expat Diaries: Black Women Share Why They Decided To Make Mexico Home—And How You Can Too
By Danielle Pointdujour
Despite growing political tensions, Black women are...
Expats Crime
Caban Condos: The Ultimate Real Estate Fraud
Caban Condos Mexico faces severe allegations of fraud, So far they got over 20 USD million and never delivered the condos they promised, with...
Travel
Mexico History
Blood-Stained Rituals: Archaeologists Uncover Chilling Discovery in Ancient Mayan ‘Blood Cave
A recent excavation at Dos Pilas in Guatemala's Petén archaeological site has shed new light on the dark rituals that took place within an ancient Mayan "Blood Cave." The cave, known as Cueva de Sangre, is one of many caves in the region that...
Mexico Living
In 2006, several gang leaders sat down to talk in a prison in Mérida, Yucatán. After decades of feuding, they asked themselves: "Do we really want to pass on our problems to the next generation?" Thus the Mayan Council was born, a model gang peace.
Motorcycles, pickup trucks. Sitting on the back of a pickup truck, I keep an eye...
Heatlh
Evidence of the Virgin of Guadalupe’s Existence to Be Presented in Mérida
During the international congress "The Brushstroke of God" in Mérida, experts will present evidence supporting the existence of the Virgin of Guadalupe, blending science and faith.
On August 24th and 25th, Mérida will become the epicenter of a spiritually and culturally significant event as representatives...
