War and security
At least 47 Killed in Farming Community After Gang Coalition Attack Near Port‑au‑Prince
A coalition of gangs launched a violent raid on a rural area close to Haiti’s capital, aiming to wrest control of a highly strategic region.
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War and security
Dozens killed in gang attack on Haitian village of Kenscoff
A deadly gang coalition raid claims 30‑40 lives in the farming community.
General News
US removes Syria from state sponsor of terrorism list
The Trump administration lifts sanctions and delists the Hayat Tahrir al‑Sham (HTS) group, opening a new chapter in Syrian–U.S. relations.
Health
Venezuela: More than 12,500 quake survivors remain in temporary camps two months after devastating earthquakes
The twin earthquakes that shook La Guaira on 26 June have left residents trapped in makeshift shelters, where they live without adequate medical care and humanitarian aid.
General News
At least 13 workers killed in landslide at Colombian gold mine
A landslide at a gold mine in Colombia killed at least 13 workers, including four members of an indigenous family.
Climate
Earthquake Strikes Chocó, Colombia, Leaving Survivors in Pain, Hunger and Homelessness
An earthquake struck Chocó, Colombia, leaving survivors facing pain, hunger and homelessness.
Sports
Cameroon defeats Malawi 3‑0 to clinch first Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title
Cameroon won its inaugural Women’s Africa Cup of Nations by a decisive 3‑0 victory over Malawi in the final.
Climate
Deadly Earthquake Strikes Western Colombia’s Cali and Pereira, Killing at Least 300
The high‑magnitude shock has prompted President Abelardo de la Espriella to urge US President Donald Trump to suspend tariffs on Colombian imports.
Elections
Brazil's October 2026 Presidential Election: Lula Seeks Fourth Term Against Flávio Bolsonaro
Incumbent Lula campaigns for a fourth term while far‑right challenger Flávio Bolsonaro vests in family legacy and U.S. ties in this high‑stakes race.
Climate
Colombia Earthquake: Rescue Teams Race to Free Survivors in Rubble
At least 285 killed, 4,000 injured and more than 400 missing after a powerful quake on 10 Aug 2026.
Climate
Colombia: Hundreds Still Missing as Monday’s Powerful Earthquake Leaves Rubble
Calm settles over rescue zones as teams shift from search to body recovery, while families cling to hope amid the broken cityscape
Climate
Nearly 300 People Trapped in Rubble After Powerful Earthquake in Colombia
Rescue teams shift focus to recover bodies as families cling to hope of survivors in the aftermath of a seismic shock,