El Niño Watch: NOAA has officially confirmed El Niño is underway, with forecasts suggesting a very strong event that could intensify heat, droughts, floods, and fires—raising alarms for global food systems. Coral Conservation: New research flags about 166,000 sq km of coral reefs that may better survive climate stress, pointing to specific places for protection. Latin America Mobility Tech: LATAM Airlines is partnering with Meili to let passengers book car rentals directly inside its app and website, cutting redirects and boosting loyalty and ancillary revenue. Venezuela Power Grid: Delcy Rodríguez signed an MoU with GE Vernova to support Venezuela’s electricity recovery plan, aiming at grid protection and efficiency. Bolivia–U.S. Security Cooperation: Bolivia and the U.S. signed a framework worth up to $20M for training and equipment to fight drug trafficking and organized crime. Peru Election: Keiko Fujimori has won a tight Peru presidential runoff, with the result decided largely by overseas votes. World Cup Tech & Travel: Iran’s coach says the team was ordered to leave the U.S. immediately after its opener, disrupting recovery amid broader political tensions. Automotive Exports: A report on Chinese automakers shows BYD exporting heavily to Central & South America, while Geely and Chery lean more toward Europe.