Stories for August 22nd 2026

Saturday, August 22nd 2026 - 08:47 UTC
Colombia's earthquake toll rises to 329 dead and more than 300,000 affected

The magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck western and central Colombia on August 10 has left 329 dead, 4,600 injured and 247 missing, according to the National Disaster Risk Management Unit's assessment as of Friday. The number of people affected stands at 314,751, from 154,014 families, across 481 municipalities in 16 of the country's 32 departments.
Saturday, August 22nd 2026 - 08:40 UTC
Colombia's government objects to the law barring lower requirements for senior posts

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella this week objected to the first bill sent to him for signature since he took office on August 7: legislation prohibiting any reduction in the minimum education and experience requirements for senior positions in the public sector and in companies with state participation.
Saturday, August 22nd 2026 - 08:28 UTC
Progressive leaders gathered in Uruguay denounce US interference and acknowledge their own mistakes

The opening session of the third Pan-American Congress, held on Friday at the Legislative Palace in Montevideo, combined criticism of United States policy towards Latin America with calls for self-criticism within progressive forces. More than 150 lawmakers, former presidents, ministers and political figures from fifteen countries are taking part, according to organisers.

Colombia's earthquake toll rises to 329 dead and more than 300,000 affected