World Cup Money & Momentum: Morocco earned a record $58m across the 2022 and 2026 FIFA World Cups, taking $31.5m for reaching the 2026 quarter-finals after a $26.5m Qatar run. Their campaign ended 2-0 to France, but the Atlas Lions’ consistency keeps them Africa’s top earner. Weather & Climate Governance: Morocco approved a bill to create an autonomous national weather and climate agency, making it the sole official source for forecasts and warnings, with penalties to protect meteorological data. Heat & Wildfire Response: With Sunday heat pushing toward 42°C in parts of the southeast, authorities also battled a wildfire near Afous oasis in Errachidia, damaging palm groves while reporting no casualties. Politics & Elections Prep: The Interior Ministry will hold new talks with political parties ahead of the Sept. 23 House of Representatives election. Education Update: 337,192 students passed Morocco’s 2026 baccalaureate exams (81.6% pass rate), including 64,586 in the resit session. Rabat Road Safety: A 33-year-old woman was seriously injured after her car plunged into a field in Rabat’s outskirts. Digital Security Investment: Nucleon Security raised €3m to expand AI-powered cybersecurity for businesses and public institutions. Trade & Halal Cooperation: Morocco and Indonesia discussed implementing a halal certification mutual recognition pact to boost market access.