Colombia News in English

August 17, 2026

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Good morning! It’s 17th August, and here’s your Colombia daily news capsule.

UNGRD reports 287 dead, over 4,000 injured after Colombia's 7.4 magnitude earthquake.

Cali faces a heartbreaking transformation after the earthquake, with hopes of finding survivors fading.

President Abelardo De La Espriella visits earthquake-affected areas in Buenaventura for recovery efforts.

Alerta in northern Valle as cracks in the Cauca River dyke threaten food security for 6,000 families.

Medellín raises $6 billion and 31 tons of food for earthquake victims in a heartfelt concert.

NASA warns of potential asteroid impacts, urging humanity to prepare for future threats.

Ecuador's President Noboa mourns the loss of his third child with wife Lavinia.

The Pope emphasizes God's open table for all during his Angelus address.

Experts reveal daily habits that could unknowingly increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo becomes the deadliest in the nation’s history.

Rodri leaves Manchester City to join another European football giant.

Jorge Carrascal shines for Flamengo with a goal and two assists in a recent match.

Reports indicate that the Colombian scientific community faces scrutiny over research practices.

A new study questions whether short sprints are more effective than longer moderate runs.

The latest Super Astro Luna lottery results are in; check if you’re a winner!

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

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