U.S.-Mexico Water Deal: The two countries signed a new Colorado River sharing agreement, cutting Mexico’s deliveries by 250,000 acre-feet (about 17%) for 2027-2028 as the river keeps shrinking. Colombia Education Shake-up: President Abelardo de la Espriella named Ilva Myriam Hoyos Castañeda as Education Minister after Vivian Morales’ resignation, with controversy over plans to remove “woke” content and expand private/religious support in schools. Brazil Election Watch: Datafolha shows Lula leading Flavio Bolsonaro in a potential runoff (46% vs 44%), while Flavio Bolsonaro faces a corruption/money-laundering probe tied to funding for a film about Jair Bolsonaro. Argentina-UK/Falklands Tensions: The U.S. approved a $140M Black Hawk helicopter sale to Argentina, as sovereignty disputes with the UK over the Falklands/Malvinas continue. Mexico Cannabis Ruling: Mexico’s Supreme Court said personal-use cannabis authorizations can include cooking cannabis into prepared foods for the permit holder, not commercial production. Caribbean Security: U.S. Southern Command reported a lethal strike on a drug boat in the Caribbean, killing three narco-terrorists. Venezuela-Suriname Fisheries: Caracas hailed “historic” fisheries agreements with Suriname, aimed at boosting artisanal fleets and exports.