Colombia News in English

Good morning! It’s 15th August, and here’s your Colombia daily news capsule.

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Colombia, causing significant structural damage.

Indonesia faces devastation as a 7.7 magnitude earthquake claims 38 lives and damages homes.

Tragic story of Ana María Saavedra, the sole survivor of her family after the Colombian quake.

Gustavo Petro confronts Eva Ferrer over leaked audios implicating Verónica Alcocer.

Spain on alert after a 5.2 magnitude quake in Granada leads to reported building damage.

Colombian companies mobilize donations to support communities affected by recent earthquakes.

President Abelardo De La Espriella unveils a "Marshall Plan" for rebuilding Chocó post-earthquake.

Tolima grapples with dual crises: 38 wildfires and extensive earthquake damage to homes and schools.

Group Argos proposes tax-funded projects to accelerate earthquake recovery efforts.

Juan Felipe Giraldo, set to marry soon, tragically found dead following the earthquake.

Venezuela announces the release of 131 political prisoners as part of a new government initiative.

The first mRNA flu vaccine for seniors receives approval in the U.S., marking a medical milestone.

Congo battles a record-speed Ebola outbreak, with over 2,000 fatalities reported.

Netflix faces challenges in the gaming industry as it scales back its video game ambitions.

A Colombian city earns recognition from Lonely Planet as a top travel destination for 2026.

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