Nature and Critters
Culture
Maya House Tradition
In the Yucatán Peninsula stands an architectural form that has remained unchanged for over 3,000 years. The traditional Maya house — known as xa’anil naj in the Mayan language — represents what Dr. Aurelio Sánchez of the Autonomous University of Yucatán calls “the only architecture in Mesoamerica that hasn’t needed to be [……]
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Cancun Entry Changes
To enter Mexico, you need a valid passport. Simple as that. This goes for our friends in both the United States and Canada. Now, you might have heard of a “six-month validity rule,” where your passport needs to be valid for at least six months after your travel date. While that’s [……]
Health
Good and Good for You
Isn’t it nice when foods that are good for us are also tasty! — gracias, Gabi
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Vecinos Update – July 2025
June 30, 2025 Dear Friends and Neighbors, As we move into the heart of the summer season, I want to take a moment to share important updates from Vecinos de Akumal Norte and extend deep appreciation to those who help keep our community safe, beautiful, and thriving. Recent Projects & [……]
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NPR Puzzle: Hidden Capitals
The Weekly Quiz From NPR Puzzlemaster Will Shortz https://www.npr.org/2025/06/01/g-s1-69541/sunday-puzzle On-air challenge: I’m going to read some sentences. In each one find the name of a national capital hidden somewhere in it phonetically. Ex. On eBay, rutabagas are seldom seen. –> BEIRUT 1. Where is the handbag daddy bought? 2. [……]
Interesting Facts
Questions About Cats, Answered – & a Cartoon
Why Do Cats Purr? Purring is a specialty among cats in the subfamily Felinae, which includes domestic cats (Felis catus) as well as lynxes, bobcats, and other small wild cats. In these species, a bone in the throat called the hyoid is fixed in position; in non-purring cats like lions and jaguars, [……]
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The ATM Trap
A critical piece of advice is being shared with increasing urgency: avoid the unbranded ATMs that dot the tourist landscapes. They might be convenient, but that convenience could cost you an entire day’s worth of margaritas. So, What’s a “Unbranded” ATM Anyway? An unbranded ATM, is a stand-alone cash machine that [……]
Health
Gentle Yoga for Lower Back
When your lower back hurts, your first instinct may be to take it easy or stay in bed. But moving your body, in many cases, can help alleviate pain. A growing body of research suggests that yoga can be an effective way to reduce the intensity of chronic low back pain and make everyday [……]
Nature and Critters
Stargazing Dogs Guard Chichén Itzá
“The true guardians of Chichén Itzá don’t just walk on ancient stones; they also have four legs and a big heart,” wrote a social media user, echoing the sentiments of many who have encountered Osita and her companions, Cachimba and Pintorín. The dogs freely roam the site, patrolling its corridors, [……]