Colombia News in English

August 12, 2026

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Good morning! It’s 12th August, and here’s your Colombia daily news capsule.

Death toll from the earthquake in Colombia rises to 250, according to local authorities.

Government declares economic and social emergency in southwestern Colombia following the earthquake.

A man rescues a baby from the rubble after the earthquake in Cali, bringing hope amid tragedy.

Violeta and her grandmother have been found dead after going missing in Cali post-earthquake.

Another earthquake reported in Santander, shaking the region again after the recent disaster.

The Red Cross urges blood donations, especially O positive and O negative, following the 7.4 quake.

Gustavo Petro requests Senate approval to leave the country for a year due to commitments.

NASA clarifies that Earth will not lose gravity for seven seconds during today's solar eclipse.

David Bisbal shares his experience during the 7.4 earthquake in Colombia, expressing concern for victims.

Ryan Castro and Lamine Yamal announce aid flights to Colombia after the devastating earthquake.

Wilmar Paredes wins his fourth stage in the Vuelta a Colombia, showcasing his impressive form.

The dollar price drops in Colombia as inflation shows signs of slowing down.

How to activate Google’s earthquake alert feature on Apple devices for safety.

Jorge Soto advises that clothing and shade are the best sun protection, not just high SPF creams.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!

This audio and transcript are generated using AI from publicly available news sources.

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