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El Niño will intensify and hit Mexico in 2026

Intensifying El Niño between July and September will bring heat waves, droughts and torrential rains globally.

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The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) predicts a rapid evolution of the El Niño phenomenon towards a strong episode between July and September 2026. This will increase the probability of extreme events such as heat waves, droughts and intense rains in several regions of the world.

What implications does it have for Mexico?

The WMO monthly bulletin indicates that El Niño will continue to strengthen during the northern hemisphere autumn, extending its influence to many areas. In the equatorial Atlantic, temperatures will remain above average.

“We are already observing conditions typical of an El Niño episode, and they are expected to intensify until they become a strong episode,” warned Celeste Saulo, Secretary General of the WMO.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) explains that El Niño occurs when temperatures in the tropical Pacific rise more than normal. The name, used by Peruvian fishermen, arose because the warming of the sea coincided with Christmas, affecting fishing.

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Experts foresee uneven but clear impacts for Mexico:

  • Increase in extreme rains in the central-north.
  • Increased risk of intense hurricanes in the Pacific.
  • Possible periods of drought in some regions.
  • High risks for agriculture, water and security.
  • Intensification of forest fires and effects on fishing.

The WMO insists that the international community must prepare for these events, as the probabilities of extreme events increase significantly in the coming months.

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Sheinbaum congratulates Isaac del Toro for victory in the Tour de France

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Sheinbaum congratulates Isaac del Toro for victory in the Tour de France

The Mexican won the second stage in his debut in the Tour.

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President Claudia Sheinbaum celebrated the triumph of Mexican cyclist Isaac del Toro in the second stage of the Tour de France. Through her official account, the president wrote:

“Congratulations to Isaac del Toro for his victory in the second stage of the Tour de France.”

Victory on the hill of Montjuïc

Del Toro, 21, crossed the finish line first in Barcelona, beating his UAE Team Emirates teammate, Tadej Pogacar, who gave way to give him the win. The Slovenian Remco Evenepoel came third and the Dane Jonas Vingegaard, fourth, maintaining the yellow jersey. Mattias Skjelmose, also Danish, came within three seconds.

The Mexican participates for the first time in the Grande Boucle and his performance generated enthusiasm among national fans. The victory reinforces his projection in international cycling.

Sheinbaum highlighted the achievement at a key moment for Mexican sport, where cyclists gain visibility in high-level competitions.

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World Cup piracy grows in the heat of 2026

World Cup fever triggers the sale of pirated items in CDMX.

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The piracy boom at the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup fever has boosted the sale of pirated merchandise in Mexico City. Informal merchants offer t-shirts, trophies and mascots at prices well below the official ones. In the Historic Center and markets like La Lagunilla, a Mexican National Team shirt costs around 250 pesos, while an official jersey exceeds 2 thousand pesos.

Specialists point out that the phenomenon is intensified by impunity, corruption in customs and the growth of informal trade. The high cost of original items leads thousands of consumers to opt for unauthorized products, both in markets and on digital platforms.

Francisco Rivas, general director of the National Citizen Observatory, warns that piracy is a growing problem. He points out that, in addition to the lack of controls, organized crime has found a source of income in this market, even putting pressure on formal merchants through extortion.

“Piracy not only affects brands, but also fuels illegal networks,” said Rivas.

According to the report Mapping Global Trade in Fakes 2025 by the OECD and EUIPO, Mexico ranks seventh in the world as a buyer of counterfeit merchandise. This situation is strongly reflected during events with high commercial impact such as the World Cup.

Given this, sports product companies have reinforced their promotional strategies and digital campaigns to encourage the purchase of official merchandise. The federal government has made seizures and promoted reforms to protect intellectual property. However, specialists consider that the fight against piracy requires comprehensive actions: strengthening surveillance, combating corruption and raising consumer awareness about the economic and social impact of this illegal market.

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SEP calendar: summer holidays start on July 16

The SEP confirms the end of classes on July 15. When does the next cycle start?

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End of the 2025-2026 school year

The official calendar of the Ministry of Public Education (SEP) marks Wednesday, July 15 as the last day of classes for preschool, primary, secondary and incorporated schools.

Starting Thursday, July 16, millions of students will begin summer break. There will be almost six weeks of rest before the new 2026-2027 cycle.

However, the activities do not end for the teaching staff. An intensive continuing training workshop is scheduled for Thursday, July 16 and Friday, July 17. The campuses will remain closed to students from the first day of vacation.

Key dates and recommendations

Report cards will be delivered to parents and guardians on Tuesday, July 14. The SEP has not yet published the 2026-2027 calendar, but it is estimated that the return to classes will occur on Monday, August 31 – tentative date. The agency asks to be attentive to the Official Gazette of the Federation for confirmation.

Tips for the break

Specialists suggest maintaining healthy habits during rest:

  • Regular sleep schedules.
  • Recreational, sports or cultural activities.
  • Reading and learning through games.
  • Limit electronic devices.
  • Family time outdoors with safety measures.

The school year includes 185 effective days of classes, distributed between sessions of the School Technical Council, suspension of work and vacation periods. The SEP reiterates that the official information will be published soon.

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