The most important news of June 19 in Mexico

CLIMATE

➔ Hurricane Erick strengthens to Category 4 : Get ready... torrential rains, 10-meter waves, and strong gusts are expected, according to the National Meteorological Service ( SMN ) of the National Water Commission (Conagua).

MEXICO

➔ Sheinbaum accuses the opposition of using alleged censorship as criticism: The president believes they are using the issue to attack the government.

➔ Forums on the 40-hour workweek begin: The Labor Secretariat reiterated that the process will be gradual and orderly.

➔ Court declares 2% tax on delivery apps unconstitutional: The Second Chamber of the highest court ruled that the Mexico City Congress is not empowered to impose such charges.

➔ Hurricane Erick left 123,757 users without electricity in Oaxaca; CFE has already restored 26%: In its latest report, the National Water Commission announced that "Erick" has lost strength, downgrading to a tropical storm.

➔ Strengthening the fight against drugs... Sheinbaum announces campaign against methamphetamines: Authorities increase efforts to prevent addiction among young Mexicans

WORLD

➔ Europe and Iran to turn to diplomacy as US mulls joining conflict with Israel: Europe's push for diplomacy stands in stark contrast to Washington's messaging, as US President Donald Trump openly considers bombing Iran and demanding the unconditional surrender of the Iranian leadership.

➔ Israel calls Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei a 'modern Hitler' who should no longer exist: The defense minister compared Khamenei to Nazi leader Adolf Hitler, while stressing that the Israel Defense Forces would never allow a repeat of the Holocaust.

➔ Military conflict between Iran and Israel puts Trump in a dilemma: So far, Israel has attacked multiple sites of Iran's nuclear program, but has not been able to destroy the Fordo uranium enrichment facility in Iran.

COAHUILA

➔ Coahuila: After two femicides this week, gender alert must be activated : Activists claim that the federal government is not responding as it should in this situation.

➔ Saltillo strengthens its urban infrastructure with brigades working throughout the city: From street lighting to reforestation and cleanup, the municipality promotes decent and safe spaces for families; notable projects include projects in Miravalle and Mirasierra with support from the state government.

➔ Saltillo: Protests against accusations against Cesame medical staff; protocol flaws uncovered: Nurse and doctor were reported for alleged assaults; workers claim there was no crime and that they are working defenselessly with people hospitalized without a diagnosis to justify it.

SHOWS AND SPORTS

➔ Pacers force Game 7 after beating Thunder in Indianapolis: The home team dominated from the start and featured key performances from Toppin, Nembhard, and Siakam

➔ Vive Latino 2026 is now a reality: official festival dates announced: The lineup and prices have not yet been revealed, but the organizers of Vive Latino announced that the information will be published later this year.

➔ Let's get busy! Shakira confirms more concerts in Mexico for September: "La Loba" will perform again on the GNP Seguros Stadium stage and in Veracruz.

SPECIAL

➔ WEEKLY | The dispute over the lands of the Llano de Zapalinamé

➔ Is it a good time to apply for a US visa after the immigration raids?: If you prepare your application and interview well, the raids and the political context shouldn't negatively affect your application.