The Yucatán ‘Republic’ has a long, complicated history with México
It does not take much to get Yucatecos talking about how Yucatán was its own republic on not one but two separate occasions in the 19th century.
Video: Flying over Yucatán’s beaches and fishing villages
A bite-sized video journey over some of Yucatán’s most stunning beaches.
Aeromexico drops 33% of its flights between Mérida and new CDMX airport
Aeromexico will reduce flights between Mérida and the new Felipe Ángeles International Airport in Mexico City. To a lesser extent, Guadalajara, Monterrey, Puerto Vallarta, and Oaxaca are also affected by the service cuts, Simple Flying reported. The cuts, starting in October, could reduce flights by 11.5% and seats by over 20%, according to Cirium. By…
Mexicana to make a comeback after 13 years, this time under military control
The government said tickets would be up to 15% cheaper than their commercial competitors — without sacrificing safety or quality.
Where drivers in Yucatán get the cheapest gas
Service stations in Kanasín, Umán and Espita, Yucatán, are among those that sell regular gasoline, premium and diesel below the national average price, according to Profeco, the federal consumer protection agency. For regular-octane gasoline, the lowest price in Yucatan is located at the FullGas station in Umán on Calle 16-A by Calle S/N, for 21.75…
What a drag: Facebook takes down Hennessy’s page after receiving complaints
Facebook took down the Hennessy’s Irish Pub page after receiving complaints about its upcoming drag trivia night, the restaurant’s owner said. Sean Hennessy said that right-wing activists in the United States targeted his page, reporting it as offensive. A “war on drag” is currently underway north of the border, where cross-dressing bans are being pushed…
Pacheco cultural center on the Paseo de Montejo is nearly completed
An elegant historic home along the Paseo de Montejo has been given new life as a cultural center honoring Mérida’s most famous painter. Photos of the Centro Cultural Fernando Castro Pacheco were released Monday, previewing 56 works that will be on view at the former municipal archive at Calle 39 — a prime tourist area surrounded…
Man dies trying to break into Mérida church
A burglary suspect bled to death attempting to smash his way into a downtown Mérida church. Paramedics responded to the Seventh Day Adventist church at Calle 60 near Calle 77 when a man severely cut both wrists, apparently using his bare hands to break through a glass door. Witnesses said the man, around 30, jumped…
Fossilized flamingo egg from the Ice Age found at Felipe Angeles airport
Workers at a construction site for a new airport found an ancient flamingo egg fossil estimated between 8,000 and 12,000 years old. The rare, remarkably preserved egg from the Pleistocene period was uncovered at the new Felipe Angeles airport in the State of Mexico, INAH said. INAH is Mexico’s heritage institute, charged in part with…
8 Differences and Similarities Between Divorce Laws in Yucatan vs. Florida
Navigating the choppy waters of divorce can be daunting, regardless of where you are located. However, if you happen to be living in Yucatan or Florida, it is important to understand that there are contrasting characteristics in divorce laws and regulations. In this guide, we will delve into the key differences and similarities when it…
Unveiling the Rich Cultural Tapestry of Yucatan: A Deep Dive into its Popular Games
The Yucatan Peninsula, a geographical gem seeped in rich history, has long been a melting pot of unique cultures and vibrant traditions. Its numerous indigenous influences, combined with elements of Spanish colonial heritage, have crafted a lively tapestry of cultural practices, particularly evident in the realm of games and leisure. Let’s dive deep into Yucatan’s…
Charity drag event sells out in record time at Hennessy’s
Drag is under attack in the United States, but Mérida is still a welcoming place for the art form. Already, clubs like Dix and Blue are all about lip-syncing queens. And now, Hennessy’s Irish Pub is hosting a Charity Drag Trivia Night — which sold out in an hour. Hennessy’s, which has enjoyed enormous success since…
An $18 peso by the year’s end, bankers predict
The exchange is part of the expat conversation more than ever, at least in recent history. But experts predict the dollar will get stronger by the end of the year, landing somewhere between the current dregs and the former, more favorable exchange rate. The Mexican peso this week reached its strongest level since 2015, thanks…
Super peso: Who wins, who loses, and how long will it last?
Expats depending on income from abroad aren’t the only ones feeling the pinch of the “super peso.” Think of poorer families depending on remittances. A US dollar bought 20 Mexican pesos a year ago. Now it’s down to around 17. The peso has become among the world’s best-performing currencies. A combination of high interest rates,…
Ancient Mayan city, Ocomtun, found hidden in Calakmul jungle
The remains of an ancient Mayan city with large pyramid-like buildings, a ball court, stone columns, three plazas with “imposing buildings,” and other structures arranged in almost-concentric circles have been encountered in Campeche’s jungle interior, INAH said. Uncovered with airborne laser scanning, LiDAR, the city of more than 123 acres was evidently once an important…
Just what we need in this heat: The year’s longest day
This is a news flash for people weary of these hot days with the strong sun beating down. Days start to get shorter this week, thanks to the summer solstice. The middle of this week won’t just be hot, topping at 40.5C / 105F. Wednesday, June 21, will be the longest day of the year….
Iker’s death fuels speculation of child trafficking
No one has claimed the body of a child street performer who was killed in Col. Mexico. But people near the intersection where a car ran him down remember him well. A makeshift memorial of flowers and candles expresses the heartbreak over Iker Pérez López, a 7-year-old Chiapan boy who was performing for tips on…
Prostasur: Robotically assisted prostate cancer surgery comes to Yucatán
From Dr. Roberto García Carillo Technology plays a huge role in daily life, and health care is no exception. For prostate cancer patients, robotically assisted surgery is one such example. When a patient is diagnosed with prostate cancer, it is normal to feel a wave of feelings such as denial, anger, and depression. But once…
Mérida bike share program rolls smoothly, for the most part
Mérida’s bike share program is a hit. A little more than two weeks after it started, En Bici had over 30,000 users who took more than 18,000 trips. The program encourages residents to use green transportation and helps mass-transit passengers make transfers. The program will be free for at least the next three months. Eventually,…
Engine trouble grounds airplane at MID
An Aeromexico Boeing 737-800 headed to Mexico City turned around and returned to the Mérida International Airport less than an hour after departure in the air due to engine problems, Aviation Herald reported. Passengers on flight AM-837 were climbing out of MID’s runway 36 when the crew shut the engine down and landed safely back…
COVID still kills, with a surge predicted in July and August
In the last eight months, 26 people in Yucatán have died battling COVID-19 infections. That’s around three every 30 days. And it’s a reminder that the coronavirus, while not an official health emergency, still haunts us. The decision by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the federal government of Mexico to conclude the health emergency…
How the ‘superpeso’ became so super
Mexico isn’t the bargain it used to be. And the trend is toward luxury, not rustic digs. The peso — now called the “superpeso” — is having a record-breaking year, stronger than it’s been in more than five years, up 9.5% in 2023 alone. A dollar bought about 20 pesos a year ago, and today, it’s…
Women in Yucatán report highest levels of discrimination
The 2022 National Discrimination Survey (Enadis) places women in Yucatán as the most likely to be disenfranchised for their gender. The problem is rising. In 2017, 20.1% of women reported being victims of discrimination. By 2022, that number reached 24.5% Respondents said they were discriminated against for their manner of dress (30.6%), weight or height…
Special craft beer will celebrate Valladolid’s 480 years
A specially crafted artisanal beer will be bottled to honor the 480th birthday of Yucatán’s so-called “second city.” The Valladolid City Council is organizing a three-day celebration with music, exhibitions, and other cultural events. And Mayor Alfredo Fernández also revealed that from Friday, May 26 to Sunday, May 28, Valladolid’s restaurants will add the commemorative…
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