ALL ABOARD, FOR BETTER OR WORSE: A NEW TRAIN IS OPENING UP THE YUCATÁN'S TREASURES, IS THAT A GOOO THING?

The article discusses Mexico's controversial infrastructure project, El Tren Maya, a 966-mile loop linking five southern states, pitting development ambitions against environmental and cultural preservation concerns. Topics include the project's impact on the environment, indigenous communities, and tourism, with concerns raised over preserving pristine landscapes, ancient ruins, and cultural heritage sites along the route.