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Yucatan News

Authorities Prevent Lynching in Kanasín, Yucatán

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Residents of Kanasín, Yucatán, prevented a potential lynching by detaining and tying a young man to a tree after he was seen jumping between...

National

Federal and State authorities seized more than 150 kilos of drugs in Mérida

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A joint operation by federal and state forces on a property in the Brisas subdivision, east of Mérida, resulted in the seizure of 158...

Sheinbaum’s Government Expropriates 376,000 Square Meters for Mayan Train

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For the first time under Claudia Sheinbaum's administration, the expropriation of land for the construction of sections 1, 3, and 4 of the Mayan...

CJNG’s Expansion into Querétaro, Aguascalientes, and Mérida: The Last “Sanctuary Cities” in Mexico

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The massacre at the "Los Cantaritos" bar in Querétaro has exposed the vulnerability of Mexico's so-called "sanctuary cities," according to journalist Óscar Balderas. Breaking the...

Economy

Merida, Yucatán: Home to the Most Expensive Basic Basket in Mexico

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Merida, Yucatán, has the highest cost for a basic basket in Mexico, amounting to 969.40 pesos, as reported by Iván Escalante Ruiz, head of the Federal Consumer Protection Agency (Profeco). During President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo's...

Trump’s Inauguration Sparks Economic Uncertainty in Yucatan

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The upcoming inauguration of Donald Trump as president of the United States has generated uncertainty in Yucatan, one of Mexico's best-performing economies in recent years. In 2019, Yucatan's economy grew by 1.6%, making it the...

Business

Yucatán Boosts SMEs with International Collaboration

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To strengthen small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Yucatán, Banco Santander and the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Mexico have signed a Collaboration Agreement...

Strategic Connectivity in the Gulf of Mexico: Veracruz and Yucatán Collaborate

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Veracruz Governor Rocío Nahle García recently met with Yucatán Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena to discuss development strategies and port connectivity between the two states....

Real Estate

Entertainment

Yucatan: The Top Wedding Destination for 2025

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From intimate ceremonies rooted in ancient Mayan rituals to grand luxury weddings, Yucatan has become the perfect setting for couples seeking a dream wedding....

Cheese Ball Fair Returns to Mérida: Dates and Location Announced

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Get ready for the most delicious weekend of the year as the popular Cheese Ball Fair returns to Mérida in 2025. This event will...

Mérida Fest 2025: Complete Schedule of Free Concerts and Activities in Yucatán

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This event will be filled with exhibitions, music, theater, dance, gastronomy, and a myriad of shows that evoke the region's culture. Mérida authorities are...

Food and Drinks

Title: “Yucatan: The Gastronomic Jewel of Latin America in 2025”

Yucatan has been named the Ibero-American Capital of Gastronomy 2025 at FITUR, highlighting its rich culinary tradition and its impact on Mexican and global...

Thinking about moving to Yucatan? Check out “Expats Living in Merida Plus”

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Expats Living in Merida Plus is a friendly Facebook group for those of us living in Merida and surrounding areas and those wanting to...

Expats Crime

Caban Condos: The Ultimate Real Estate Fraud

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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

Mérida Celebrates 483 Years: The Origin of Its Name

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On Monday, December 6, Mérida, known as the "white city," celebrated its 483rd anniversary since its foundation in 1542. The festivities for Mérida's 483rd anniversary began on Sunday, January 5, with the traditional alborada. Dozens of troubadours dedicated morning songs to the city, which is...

Mexico Living

A TikToker has shared her perspective on why Yucatan is one of the safest states in Mexico, attributing it to the unique behavior of its inhabitants. According to the Executive Secretariat of the National Public Security System (SESNSP), from January to September 2024, Yucatan recorded a total of 3,141 common crimes. In contrast, Aguascalientes had a total of 84,541 crimes...

Heatlh

Evidence of the Virgin of Guadalupe’s Existence to Be Presented in Mérida

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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...

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