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[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [CO] [MX] [AR] [ES] Colombia earthquake: Reconstruction and aid efforts

Colombia earthquake triggers national emergency and massive recovery efforts

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has killed over 280 people and destroyed thousands of homes. President De la Espriella has declared an economic emergency and established the 'Fondo Milagro' for recovery.

about 2 hours ago 1220 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [CO] Colombia earthquake: Reconstruction and aid efforts

Colombia earthquake strikes Chocó, causing mass casualties and state of emergency

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, centered in Chocó. The disaster has caused hundreds of deaths and injuries, widespread building collapses, and prompted a national state of emergency.

3 days ago 1463 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [US] [IR] US-Iran diplomatic and maritime standoff

Trump plans to declare Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory

President Donald Trump intends to declare the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory after defeating Iran, claiming total control via a naval blockade. Iran rejects the claims, asserting continued control of the water

15 minutes ago 164 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [AE] [IR] [US] [IL] [OM] US-Iran conflict: economic warfare and maritime crisis

Strait of Hormuz: UAE accuses Iran of attacking two ADNOC vessels

The UAE accused Iran of attacking two ADNOC vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Amidst US naval blockades and heightened regional conflict, shipping traffic in the strategic waterway has dropped significantly.

about 1 hour ago 107 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] [OM] [PK] [QA] US-Iran conflict: economic warfare and maritime crisis

Strait of Hormuz: US claims control amid Iran blockade and maritime attacks

The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint as the U.S. claims full control while Iran maintains a blockade. Recent maritime attacks and reduced shipping traffic have driven up global oil prices.

1 day ago 482 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [SY] [RU]

Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death by Syrian court

A Syrian court has sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for crimes against humanity and war crimes. His brother Maher and cousin Atef Najib also received death sentences.

about 22 hours ago 263 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] US-Iran Hormuz conflict: Blockade intensifies and economic/v

US threatens indefinite naval blockade and economic isolation of Iran

The US is threatening unprecedented economic isolation and an indefinite naval blockade of Iranian ports, causing significant volatility in global oil markets and concerns over energy supply stability.

about 6 hours ago 100 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [BR] [CO] [PE] [CL] Brazil climate response to Super El Niño

El Niño threatens historic intensity and record global temperatures

NOAA and other climate experts warn of a potentially historic El Niño event in late 2026, with a 69% chance of record-breaking intensity and a high likelihood of 2026 becoming the hottest year on record.

about 1 hour ago 65 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] [OM] US-Iran conflict and Hormuz corridor talks Aug 2026

Strait of Hormuz: Iran and U.S. clash over maritime access and reparations

Iran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz without the lifting of sanctions and war reparations, prompting President Trump to demand compensation for decades of Iranian-linked damages and casualties.

3 days ago 803 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] [AE] [PK] US-Iran talks, Israeli influence claims, maritime security

United States shifts Iran strategy to prioritize low energy prices

Vice President JD Vance identified low energy prices as the top US priority in the Iran conflict, ranking it above nuclear non-proliferation, amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

23 minutes ago 52 sources

[HEALTH] [CD] DRC Ebola outbreak expands to sixth province; vaccine trials

DR Congo Ebola outbreak threatens to become deadliest on record

The Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo, caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain, is spreading at record speeds, with over 2,000 deaths and 4,400 cases reported as it threatens to become the deadliest in history.

1 day ago 123 sources

[POLITICS] [TR] Turkey passes National Solidarity law amid criticism

Turkey passes landmark law to advance 'Terror-free Turkey' initiative

Turkey's Parliament has passed a landmark law aimed at achieving a 'Terror-free Turkey' by allowing potential sentence suspensions for certain PKK members if the group disarms and dissolves.

2 days ago 241 sources

[TECHNOLOGY] [PL] Cyberattacks targeting Polish infrastructure and services

MyDr cyberattack leaks medical data of nearly 19 million Poles

A major cyberattack on medical software provider MyDr has leaked sensitive data of nearly 19 million Poles, including PESEL numbers and medical records, prompting urgent government warnings to freeze PESEL IDs.

about 13 hours ago 65 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [IL] [US] [PS] Israeli infrastructure plans and political stance in Gaza

Netanyahu rejects Trump's 15-point Gaza peace plan

Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected Donald Trump’s 15-point Gaza peace plan, insisting that the Israeli military will not withdraw until Hamas is genuinely and completely disarmed.

3 days ago 561 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [SA] [TR] [PK] [EG] Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign Makkah Defense Pact

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign Mecca Joint Defence Agreement

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on August 7, 2026, establishing a collective defense pact where an attack on one is an attack on all.

about 17 hours ago 62 sources

[POLITICS] [TR] Turkey passes National Solidarity law amid criticism

Turkish Parliament passes law to facilitate PKK disbandment

Turkey's Parliament passed a landmark law to facilitate the disbandment of the PKK, establishing a framework for weapon surrender and militant reintegration aimed at achieving a ‘Terror-free Turkey’.

about 20 hours ago 54 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] Germany and Western Europe summer heat wave 2026

Copernicus reports record global heat and ocean temperatures for July 2026

Copernicus reports record-breaking July 2026 temperatures, with extra-polar ocean temperatures hitting 20.96°C and Western Europe experiencing its warmest June-July period ever.

4 days ago 370 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [CO] Colombia earthquake: Reconstruction and aid efforts

Colombia earthquake leaves at least 287 dead and triggers economic emergency

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has killed at least 287 people and left thousands injured. President De La Espriella has declared an economic emergency to aid the devastated Chocó region.

32 minutes ago 25 sources

[HEALTH] [CD] [UG] [SS] [CF] DRC Ebola outbreak expands to sixth province; vaccine trials

Ebola outbreak in DRC spreads to sixth province

The Ebola outbreak in the DRC has spread to a sixth province, Bas-Uele, with over 4,600 cases and 2,100 deaths reported. The Bundibugyo strain is spreading at a record-breaking pace.

about 2 hours ago 24 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [SA] [TR] [PK] Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign Makkah Defense Pact

Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Pakistan sign Mecca Joint Defence Agreement

Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on August 7, 2026, establishing a mutual defense pact where an attack on one member is considered an attack on all.

2 days ago 159 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [UA] [RU] [KP] [US] [JP] EU assets, air defense crisis, and North Korean aid

Ukraine warns of North Korean military support for Russia

President Zelenskyy warns that Russia is relying on North Korean troops and ballistic missiles to escalate the war, while also preparing for a mass mobilization following its September elections.

3 days ago 119 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [MD] [UA] [RS] [BA] [RU] Russia-Ukraine conflict and regional destabilization

Putin orders strategy to destabilize NATO and EU by 2026

Vladimir Putin has reportedly ordered a strategy to destabilize NATO and the EU by 2026, with Moldova identified as a key target for Russian political control and hybrid warfare operations.

about 4 hours ago 11 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [OM] [US] [IR] Strait of Hormuz shipping drops amid Iran-U.S. impasse

Iran sets demands for reopening Strait of Hormuz

Iran has set six major conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, including lifting U.S. sanctions, releasing frozen assets, and paying war reparations, complicating ongoing talks with Oman.

5 days ago 520 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [CO] Puracé volcano activity and earthquake in Colombia

Colombia faces dual crisis from magnitude 7.4 earthquake and Puracé volcanic activity

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake and Puracé volcanic activity have caused widespread devastation in Colombia, leaving hundreds dead, thousands missing, and triggering regional emergency alerts.

2 days ago 40 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [FR] [ES] [DE] [GB] Extreme heat records in the United States and globally

Global heat records broken in July 2026 with extreme temperatures in US and Europe

July 2026 was the second warmest July globally and the hottest on record for the contiguous US, marked by extreme heat, record ocean temperatures, and widespread drought across the Northern Hemisphere.

3 days ago 60 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] US-Iran conflict: Economic warfare and blockade intensify

Trump pivots to economic pressure and reparations in Iran conflict

President Trump is pivoting toward economic warfare against Iran, citing 300% inflation and financial collapse. He also intends to demand war reparations during future peace negotiations.

2 days ago 48 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [RU] [UA] [KP] [KR] EU assets, air defense crisis, and North Korean aid

North Korean troops deployed to Russia as Ukraine reports missile strikes

President Zelenskyy warns that 30,000–50,000 North Korean troops are being deployed to Russia, while also reporting North Korean missile use in Ukraine and a successful $12.2 billion Ukrainian logistics strike.

5 days ago 158 sources

[HEALTH] [CD] [UG] DRC Ebola outbreak expands to sixth province; vaccine trials

Ebola outbreak in DRC surpasses 2,000 deaths

The DRC is battling a record-breaking Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, with over 2,000 deaths. The WHO warns the virus began in February, outpacing response efforts amid regional conflict.

3 days ago 64 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [UA] [RU] [KP] [US] [KR] Russia-Ukraine war: diplomacy, sanctions, escalation

Ukraine warns of 50,000 North Korean troops joining Russian forces

President Zelenskyy warns of up to 50,000 North Korean troops joining Russia and urges the US to provide Patriot missiles to counter escalating ballistic attacks and prepare for winter.

about 21 hours ago 22 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [IR] [IL] [US] Khamenei health crisis, communication stalled

Mojtaba Khamenei: Iran releases video amid health rumors

Iran released a video of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to counter reports that he is in critical condition following injuries sustained in February military strikes.

5 days ago 107 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] [KR] [JP] US Pentagon defense procurement and production reforms

Pentagon orders faster weapons production as missile stocks fall

The Pentagon has ordered defense contractors to accelerate weapons production following severe depletion of Patriot and THAAD missile stockpiles during the conflict with Iran.

4 days ago 149 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [LV] [FI] Finland drone-related air and sea restrictions

NATO jets shoot down drone in Latvian airspace

NATO fighter jets shot down a foreign drone that entered Latvian airspace, reportedly due to Russian electronic warfare. Finland also imposed temporary maritime and aviation restrictions as a precaution.

about 1 hour ago 167 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [MX] Judge formally links Aguirre Rivero to Ayotzinapa case

Ángel Aguirre linked to Ayotzinapa case by Mexican judge

Former Guerrero Governor Ángel Aguirre Rivero has been formally charged with forced disappearance in the Ayotzinapa case, accused of ordering the destruction of security footage from 2014.

2 days ago 33 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [VE] Venezuela: BCV interventions and inflation outlook

Venezuela faces humanitarian and economic crisis after twin earthquakes

Following devastating twin earthquakes in June, Venezuela faces a massive humanitarian crisis with 6,300 dead, 300,000 displaced, and rising inflation linked to seismic-driven distribution disruptions.

about 3 hours ago 20 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] [IL] US-Iran conflict: economic warfare and maritime crisis

Iran war: US shifts focus to oil prices amid rising military costs

US priorities in the Iran war have shifted toward maintaining low oil prices, while retaliatory strikes have caused over $13 billion in US military damages and significant logistical strain on naval assets.

about 2 hours ago 13 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [HR] Wildfires intensify across Balkans and Mediterranean

Omis wildfire causes fatalities and mass evacuations in Croatia

A massive wildfire near Omis, Croatia, has killed at least one person, injured dozens, and forced the evacuation of thousands. The blaze destroyed homes and vehicles, fueled by strong winds and drought.

40 minutes ago 217 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [SA] [YE] [PK] [US] Yemen conflict escalates with maritime and Saudi strikes

Houthi rebels escalate attacks on Saudi assets and Red Sea shipping

Houthi rebels have escalated attacks in Yemen, striking a Saudi cargo ship and an Aramco refinery. The Red Sea strikes killed several people, including three Pakistanis, as the UN warns of a return to full-war.

1 day ago 32 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [VE] Venezuela earthquake aftermath and reconstruction

Venezuela earthquake death toll reaches 6,301

The death toll from Venezuela's June 24 earthquakes has reached 6,301. Authorities are assessing thousands of homes, while engineers call for updated seismic building codes to aid reconstruction.

3 days ago 44 sources

[BUSINESS] [US] Meta New Mexico youth-mental health ruling

Meta ordered to pay $567 million in New Mexico child‑safety lawsuit

New Mexico judge orders Meta to pay $567 M for child‑safety harms, adds $420 M for treatment and mandates extensive youth‑protection measures; Meta will appeal.

7 days ago 261 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] USS Abraham Lincoln crew crisis and deployment hardships

USS Abraham Lincoln faces scrutiny over crew conditions and mental health

Reports of poor living conditions and mental health crises aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have prompted calls for investigations by U.S. lawmakers, despite denials from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

about 15 hours ago 275 sources

[BUSINESS] FAST-MOVING [US] [CN] [JP] [KR] [TW]

United States imposes new tariffs on imported drones and components

President Trump signed a proclamation imposing tariffs of up to 100% on certain imported drones and components to bolster US national security and domestic manufacturing, targeting foreign supply chain reliance

15 minutes ago 136 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [DE] [HR] Arson and security disruptions in Germany

Hürtgenwald forest fire forces evacuation of 1,800 residents

A massive forest fire in Hürtgenwald, Germany, has forced the evacuation of 1,800 people. Firefighters face challenges from unexploded WWII munitions, while a separate fire rages in Omiš, Croatia.

about 2 hours ago 157 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [ES] [MA] Ceuta crisis: Migration emergency and sovereignty dispute

Ceuta migration crisis sparks sovereignty disputes between Spain and Morocco

Ceuta faces a sustained crisis after 70,000 migrants crossed the border in July. Tensions rise between Spain and Morocco over sovereignty and the management of the remaining 5,000 migrants.

26 minutes ago 190 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [IT] [MT] Etna eruption disrupts Catania and Malta airport arrivals

Mount Etna eruption disrupts Sicilian air travel and tourism

Mount Etna's eruption has caused major flight cancellations and airport closures in Sicily, with economic losses for tourism estimated up to 24 million euros as ash clouds disrupt regional travel.

about 12 hours ago 238 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [UA] [RU]

United Nations reports systematic torture of Ukrainian detainees by Russia

The UN reports systematic torture of Ukrainian prisoners and over 16,000 civilians held by Russia, with detainees reporting sexual violence, beatings, and electric shocks during an informal Security Council's.

2 days ago 23 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [UA] [RU] [KP] [US] Trump-Ukraine diplomacy and Patriot missile negotiations

Zaporizhzhia and Kyiv hit by Russian missile strikes using North Korean weaponry

Russia launched massive missile strikes on Ukraine, using North Korean and Zircon missiles to hit Zaporizhzhia and Kyiv. Ukraine seeks domestic Patriot missile production to counter increasing Russian missile's

3 days ago 62 sources

[CRIME] [US] Luigi Mangione UnitedHealthcare murder trial

Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal charges in Brian Thompson killing

Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges in the December 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, citing healthcare system frustrations as motivation.

about 5 hours ago 178 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [US] USS Abraham Lincoln crew crisis and deployment hardships

USS Abraham Lincoln crew faces reports of supply shortages and mental health strain

Families and lawmakers are raising alarms over reported food shortages, sanitation issues, and mental health crises aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during its extended Middle East deployment.

30 minutes ago 79 sources

[SPORTS] [US] Los Angeles Lakers ownership sale

Los Angeles Lakers to be sold for record $12.5 billion

Josh Kushner and Bob Iger have agreed to buy the Los Angeles Lakers for a record $12.5 billion from Mark Walter, pending NBA approval.

about 17 hours ago 264 sources

[SPORTS] [AR] [US] Messi's World Cup success, Inter Miami return and career's

Lionel Messi questions football future after death of father Jorge

Lionel Messi has cast doubt on his professional future following the death of his father, Jorge Messi. The Argentine star expressed deep uncertainty about continuing football in a heartfelt social media tribute

1 day ago 348 sources

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