Podcast Summary: CNN 5 Cosas – 01/02/26 6pm

Host: CNN en Español
Date: January 2, 2026
Theme: Updates on the day's five essential news stories

Overview

This episode of CNN 5 Cosas delivers succinct and impactful coverage of five major news events that occurred on January 2, 2026. The episode is designed to keep listeners informed about key developments in Mexico, New York, Iran, the Eastern Pacific, and celestial events to expect in the coming year.

Key Stories and Discussion Points

1. Strong Earthquake in Southern Mexico

(00:02 – 01:05)

• A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck Guerrero, affecting Mexico City and surrounding regions.
• The seismic alert sounded, prompting evacuations across the capital and the State of Mexico.
• Casualties and Response:
  • One elderly person died evacuating their second-floor apartment.
  • At least 12 people reported injured.
  • Authorities are inspecting buildings in Mexico City, San Marcos, and Acapulco for possible damages.

Quote:
“Las autoridades capitalinas reportaron que un adulto mayor falleció luego de tropezarse al momento de evacuar su departamento en el segundo piso y que se tiene el reporte de al menos 12 personas lesionadas.”
— [A, 00:48]

2. Executive Orders in New York on Israel Policy

(01:06 – 02:04)

• New York’s new mayor, Stock Mamdani, revoked multiple executive orders from his predecessor shortly after taking office.
• Among the revoked orders:
  • Expansion of the official definition of antisemitism.
  • Prohibition on city employees/agencies from boycotting or divesting from Israel.
• Mamdani supports equality for all Israeli citizens and backs the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement.
• His actions have been divisive, with opponents labeling BDS as antisemitic and supporters advocating for pressure on Israel’s government.
• Additional executive actions on housing were also signed, a top campaign priority.

Quote:
“Mamdani ha declarado que cree en el derecho de Israel a existir, pero que el gobierno israelí no debería de dar un trato preferencial al pueblo judío, sino garantizar la igualdad de derechos para todos los ciudadanos.”
— [A, 01:30]

3. Tensions Rise Between Iran and the US

(02:05 – 02:58)

• Iranian leaders condemned President Donald Trump’s threats of intervention during recent fatal protests in Iran.
• Warnings issued that US troops in the region could become targets if Washington interferes.
• Recent violent clashes in Iran left at least three dead and 17 injured in Azna after protesters stormed a police station.
• The episode highlighted firm Iranian opposition to foreign involvement.

Quote:
“Funcionarios iraníes emitieron advertencias severas contra la intervención estadounidense en los asuntos internos del país.”
— [A, 02:52]

4. US Military Campaign Against Alleged Narco-boats

(02:59 – 04:07)

• US Coast Guard searched for crew members who survived attacks on three suspected drug-smuggling boats in the Pacific, 640km southwest of the Mexico-Guatemala border.
• Initial attack killed three; others reportedly escaped after boats were sunk.
• A follow-up attack on two more boats resulted in five deaths.
• Since September, the campaign against suspected drug-trafficking boats has resulted in 115 deaths, not counting potential deaths of those missing.

Quote:
“Eso significa que el total de muertos durante la campaña contra las supuestas lanchas de narcotráfico que comenzó en septiembre llegó a 115, según el departamento de Defensa…”
— [A, 04:05]

5. Celestial Highlights of 2026

(04:08 – 04:56)

• 2026 will feature three supermoons, starting with the ‘luna llena de lobo’ in January, and continuing in November and December.
• Key meteor showers: Quadrantids in January and Lyrids in April.
• Eclipses to watch:
  • Annular solar eclipse, February 17 (Antarctica).
  • Total solar eclipse, August 12 (Greenland, Iceland, Spain, Russia, Portugal).
  • Total lunar eclipse, March 3 (Asia, Australia, Pacific, Americas).
  • Partial lunar eclipse, August 27–28 (Americas, Europe, Africa, Western Asia).

Quote:
“Lunas llenas brillantes, deslumbrantes lluvias de meteoros y notables eclipses totales darán a los observadores del cielo muchas razones para mirar hacia arriba en 2026.”
— [A, 04:09]

Notable Moments & Quotes

• The mayor of New York’s position on Israel and the BDS campaign, highlighting global debates on human rights and geopolitics.
  “Mamdani ha declarado que cree en el derecho de Israel a existir, pero que el gobierno israelí no debería de dar un trato preferencial…” — [A, 01:30]
• The sober warning from Iranian officials to the United States, underlining the potential risks of international intervention.
  “Funcionarios iraníes emitieron advertencias severas contra la intervención estadounidense…” — [A, 02:52]
• The impressive array of 2026 celestial events, inviting listeners to look up at the sky.
  “Lunas llenas brillantes, deslumbrantes lluvias de meteoros y notables eclipses totales…” — [A, 04:09]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Mexico Earthquake: 00:02 – 01:05
• New York Executive Orders: 01:06 – 02:04
• Iran-US Tensions: 02:05 – 02:58
• Narco-boats Attacks: 02:59 – 04:07
• Celestial Events 2026: 04:08 – 04:56

Stay tuned for upcoming updates and summaries each weekday on CNN 5 Cosas.