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The General Directorate of Economic Development and Tourism reported that up to 25,000 people cross to the island daily. Isla Mujeres is experiencing a significant influx of tourists during this Holy Week holiday season, reflecting the success of the operation implemented by the municipal government, headed by Mayor Atenea Gómez Ricalde, who has personally overseen the actions to strengthen security, order, and services for visitors and island families. According to the press release, duri

An individual was arrested on the evening of Sunday, April 5, in the Mayapán neighborhood, east of Mérida, after a violent incident involving threats and assault against a public servant. The incident occurred at a property located on Calle 10 between 39-C and 39-C, where residents of the area requested police intervention. According to reports, around 7:30 p.m., the man was on the roof of his house behaving aggressively, apparently under the influence of some substance. From that posit

An accident on Monday morning, April 6, resulted in a truck carrying 150 pigs overturning on the bridge between Valladolid and Temozón. Despite the severity of the crash, no injuries were reported. The incident occurred around 6:00 a.m. as the truck attempted to merge onto the bridge heading towards Mérida. While ascending the bridge, the driver lost control, causing the truck to overturn. State Police officers and paramedics responded to the scene to attend to the emergency and check on t

The port of Progreso had an exceptional Easter Sunday, welcoming over 25,000 visitors throughout the day to its traditional boardwalk alone, making it one of the busiest days in recent months. According to the municipal director of Tourism, Áurea Elena Gómez Novelo, this significant influx of tourists translated into substantial economic benefits for food and beverage establishments, many of which sold out completely. The official emphasized that the positive impact wasn’t limited to

The Mérida Periferico continues to register fatal accidents consistently, a problem that has persisted for more than two decades without a significant decrease in its numbers. According to the Yucatecan traffic auditor René Flores Ayora, this roadway accounts for between 20 and 25 deaths each year, within a statewide context that exceeds 400 annual traffic fatalities. Among the proposed measures are reducing the speed limit to 80 kilometers per hour in the center lanes and 50 kilometers pe

Grupo Habita, one of Mexico’s most innovative boutique hotel operators, has officially opened Hotel Sevilla in Mérida, Yucatán, marking a new chapter in the city’s growing hospitality scene. The launch reinforces Mérida’s reputation as a cultural and tourism hub, blending colonial charm with modern luxury. A New Landmark in Mérida Hotel Sevilla is located in the heart of Mérida’s historic center, surrounded by colonial architecture, museums, and vibrant plazas. The property combines co

A small thatched-roof house collapsed early Thursday morning, April 2nd, in the municipality of Tekax. The house, which had stood for over 35 years, came crashing down after heavy rain fell Wednesday afternoon in the municipality. The property, belonging to Mrs. Lourdes Manzanilla and located on 35th Street between 50th and 52nd Streets in the San Ignacio neighborhood, could no longer withstand the force of the rain and collapsed. Despite the dramatic nature of the collapse, no injuries we

To prevent mosquito proliferation and protect the health of Progreso families, the Progreso City Council, led by Mayor Erik Rihani González, continues its fumigation program in various neighborhoods and sectors of the municipality during the month of April. Through the Public Services Department, headed by Luis Ángel Estrada Alejandro, these efforts are part of the ongoing strategies for preventing vector-borne diseases such as dengue, Zika, and chikungunya, reinforcing the current administra

When FIFA awarded the 2026 World Cup to North America, the pitch was irresistible. The U.S. was set to benefit from its broad offering of existing football mega-stadiums that could be adapted for soccer, a growing domestic fan base, and a new format that expanded the tournament to 48 teams from 32. That combination was meant to make it the biggest and most lucrative World Cup in the worldwide soccer governing body’s history. A study by FIFA and the World Trade Organization publis

 Long-billed Dowitchers were feeding in fresh water. Limnodromus scolopaceus *A RESORT STORY OF SORTS Before sunset, a freshwater wetland next to a resort attracts tourists, birders, and photographers to observe a flock of wading birds and shorebirds. Two women are talking and stand a few feet from me. I see one woman point to a small flock of long-billed, brownish birds busily probing this wetland. I hear her ask, “What bird is that?” and I quietly say, “Dowitcher.” She turns to

De ir abajo por dos goles, Chivas regresó en el segundo tiempo y empató 2-2 con Pumas para seguir invicto de local y líder del torneo.

Comité del INE dejó 369 aspirantes para consejerías; 21 de grupos vulnerables tendrán ventaja para integrar las quintetas finales.

Tras amagos de transportistas y agricultores para bloquear carreteras en 20 entidades, Segob respondió que no hay razones para ello.

La autopista México-Cuernavaca registró alta afluencia vehicular tras el fin de las vacaciones de Semana Santa, informó Capufe.

Previo a bloqueo carretero, ANTAC exigió al Gobierno la instalación de paraderos seguros en carreteras y el apoyo a familias de víctimas.

Pemex informó que prevé invertir mil 852 mdp en 2026-2027 para abatir rezago en infraestructura de salud para empleados y derechohabientes.

El ex Presidente de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, difundió hoy un mensaje en redes sociales donde llamó a la 'reconciliación'.

La mexicana Gabriela Jáquez anotó 21 puntos y comandó la victoria de la UCLA por 79-51 sobre Carolina del Sur para ganar el título colegial.

Los astronautas de Artemis II han contemplado partes de la Luna nunca antes vistas por ningún humano, informaron este domingo los miembros de la tripulación, cuando su nave espacial superó la marca de dos tercios de su viaje hacia el tan esperado sobrevuelo lunar. Tras un exitoso despegue desde Florida el miércoles, la tripulación se dirige ahora a toda velocidad hacia la Luna, a unos 400,000 km de la Tierra —es decir, 1,000 veces más lejos que la Estación Espacial Internacional (ISS) —, y de

As of April 3rd, 2026, authorities in Mérida have suspended 22 construction projects in the city’s Historic Center for violations of federal regulations designed to protect cultural heritage. Key Details of the Shutdown Violations: The crackdown, led by the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH), targeted sites where work allegedly breached federal norms for heritage preservation. Common illegal alterations in the area often include: Demolishing original walls or bri