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Tulum Did Not Fall, It Was Pushed
Tulum's collapse didn't arrive without warning. For years, every signal was there. This is the story of a paradise that knew what it needed and never got it.
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322 total stories · archive page 5 of 17
321 stories · Page 5 of 17
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Tulum's Greed Problem Reaches the Gas Pump, and a Tourist Paid for It
A tourist refueling a scooter at a Tulum gas station was charged for 12 liters after pumping four. The attendant returned the money once he noticed he was being recorded.
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A Body in Advanced Decomposition Found in an Overgrown Lot in Tulum's Region 15
An unidentified body in advanced decomposition was found Thursday in an overgrown lot in Tulum's Region 15 after neighbors reported a foul odor. Cause of death remains under investigation.
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The dangerous cycle of violence after the pozol vendor case in Tulum
A viral video showed a foreign resident aggressively confronting a street vendor in Tulum. What followed was a disturbing psychological phenomenon: legitimate outrage escalated into threats of physical violence, while false information about his nationality exploited existing prejudices.
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How a Puerto Morelos Gardener Turned Sargassum into Homes for Six Countries
When Omar Vazquez lost a beach cleaning contract in 2018, he saw opportunity where others saw disaster. His Sargablock construction material now exports to six countries, transforming tons of sargassum into affordable housing across the Caribbean and beyond.
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Authorities Launch Search for Foreign Woman Missing in Tulum Since May 2
State prosecutors activated a formal search protocol for Michelle Boonen, a foreign national last seen in Tulum on February 5, and are requesting public assistance in locating her.
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Noisy Motorcycles and Modified Exhausts Face Fines in Tulum Starting May 14
Tulum will begin fining drivers with modified or excessively loud exhausts on May 14, following sustained noise complaints from residents. A grace period allows vehicle owners to restore factory systems before enforcement begins.
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Tulum’s Battle for the Coast
A massive Tulum beach access protest paralyzed Highway 307 on Sunday as 150 residents demanded the removal of federal agencies from the Parque del Jaguar.
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Tulum Airport repatriations reach record daily volume as 308 Mexicans arrive from U.S.
Friday's surge in Tulum Airport repatriations saw 308 Mexican citizens arrive from Harlingen and Mesa across two flights, signaling a strategic shift in migration logistics.
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The Hidden Crisis of Child Labor in Tulum Streets
The municipal DIF system intervenes after documenting 20 cases of child labor in Tulum, identifying potential human trafficking networks.
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Tulum Braces for Massive Sunday Tulum Parque del Jaguar Protest
Tension between federal authorities and the Tulum community escalates as the upcoming Tulum Parque del Jaguar protest calls for a massive manifestation this Sunday, May 3.
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Before Tulum Grew Too Bright to See the Stars
As airports, supermarkets, commercial centers, beach access debates, and large-scale events reshape the town, many residents are asking what should remain as Tulum continues to grow.
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Protests Over Tulum National Park Management Controversy Hit Anniversary Ceremony
The 45th anniversary of the Tulum National Park was marked by a sharp contrast between official celebrations and a peaceful protest from the Playas Libres Collective.
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Tulum Requests Budget to Modernize Aging Tulum Traffic Light Network Grid
The Tulum traffic light network faces a critical failure due to obsolescence, prompting an urgent budget request for modernization.
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Armed Attack in Teotihuacan Leaves Canadian Tourist Dead and 13 Injured
A lone shooter killed a Canadian tourist from the Pyramid of the Moon in Teotihuacan, sparking a diplomatic and security crisis.
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Human Remains Aldea Zama Tulum Found at Local Residential Intersection
Human remains Aldea Zama Tulum discovery triggers a massive forensic mobilization following a report at the intersection of Itzamná and Juan Ek.
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Tulum’s Growth Has Outpaced the Safety of Its Streets
Tulum traffic crisis deepens as accidents, weak enforcement, and poor infrastructure raise daily safety risks for residents and visitors alike.
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Security Forces Rescue Three Trafficking Victims in Tulum
A coordinated multi-agency operation in Tulum resulted in the rescue of three victims and the arrest of David N, a key figure in regional narcotics distribution and human exploitation.
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How K-9 Agent Kira Became the Silent Hero of the Tulum ADO Terminal
Specialized K-9 agent Kira led a tactical discovery of abandoned marijuana and suspected edibles at the ADO bus terminal, highlighting the silent efficiency of canine security.
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Tulum Mobility Crackdowns Target Digital Platform Drivers
Independent drivers in Tulum face massive fines and systemic harassment from the local taxi union, effectively blocking services like Uber from the destination.