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• This week the results of the Electric Subsidy are released: Who receives the benefit?
  The results of the Electric Subsidy are scheduled to be published on Wednesday, August 12, according to the benefit timeline. This pertains to the delivery corresponding to the fifth call of the progr…
  La Tercera latam 2026-08-10T19:12:57Z
• The earthquake in Colombia leaves at least 111 dead and 87 injured, according to the president
  The president of Colombia, Abelardo de la Espriella, stated that the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that shook most of the country this Monday leaves a partial toll of 111 dead and significant destruction i…
  Efecto Cocuyo latam 2026-08-10T19:12:18Z
• Squirrel Álvarez tested the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 in a jump at 300 km/h over Valle Nevado
  At 14,500 feet above the Andes mountain range, the air is thin and the cold penetrates deeply. In that setting and at speeds approaching 300 kilometers per hour, the margin of error simply disappears.…
  La Tercera latam 2026-08-10T19:11:51Z
• 11-year-old girl missing for more than 20 days in Honduras is found alive
  The National Police confirmed the safe location of Genesis R., a minor who had been missing since July 22 in San Pedro Sula, Cortés. The minor was located as a result of the procedures carried out …
  Infobae latam 2026-08-10T19:11:20Z
• Dominican Republic: National Environmental Protection Service increased its surveillance operations by 55.1% between January and July of 2026
  During the first seven months of 2026, the National Environmental Protection Service (Senpa) reported figures higher than those recorded in the same period of 2025. Between January and July, the insti…
  Infobae latam 2026-08-10T19:09:48Z
• They were live and the studio started to shake due to the earthquake in Bogotá: "It is felt strongly, the call is to evacuate."
  A strong earthquake of magnitude 7.4 with an epicenter in San José del Palmar, in the department of Chocó, shook a wide region of Colombia this Monday and left a tragic toll of at least 73 dead, doz…
  La Nacion latam 2026-08-10T19:09:41Z
• Honduras discovered that it has 227 native mammal species and the number could continue to grow
  The most comprehensive review of mammals in Honduras in nearly three decades confirmed 227 native mammal species in the country, in addition to 3 introduced rodent specimens, and suggested that the to…
  Infobae latam 2026-08-10T19:09:01Z
• The Royal Navy detected a connection with China in the drones it had purchased to strengthen its maritime surveillance
  The British Royal Navy suspended the connectivity of a group of maritime drones after detecting that one of their components, manufactured in China, was periodically sending signals to its manufacture…
  Infobae latam 2026-08-10T19:07:10Z
• In confidential investigation: 829 kilos of drugs seized and three individuals detained in Central Station and Pudahuel
  At the Police Investigation Department (Deinpol) of the PDI in Cerrillos, on Monday afternoon, authorities provided details of a procedure carried out by the Zero Territorial Model team of the Crimina…
  La Tercera latam 2026-08-10T19:05:57Z
• Wind gusts cause strong waves in Lake Villarrica: waves exceed 50 centimeters
  Gusts over 80 kilometers per hour caused a large amount of water to flow onto Costanera Avenue, mainly between Aviador Acevedo and Colo Colo Playa street. It is expected that the area will experience …
  La Tercera latam 2026-08-10T19:05:42Z
• Alert in California: El Niño could raise sea levels to a record and increase flood risk this year
  An strengthening El Niño could lead California's coast to the highest sea levels ever recorded this year, increasing the risk of widespread and damaging floods during fall and winter. According to th…
  Infobae latam 2026-08-10T19:05:01Z
• Trump Ready to Let Economic Pressure Build on Iran
  President Donald Trump says he's ready to let economic pressure build on Iran. He also says the country should pay for damages it has caused to neighbors. Bloomberg's Josh Wingrove reports from the Wh…
  Bloomberg us 2026-08-10T19:04:28Z
• Democrat Candidates Aren't 'Cookie Cutter,' Says DCCC Chair DelBene
  Representative Suzan DelBene, who heads the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, said Democratic candidates aren't 'cookie-cutter' and that they reflect their communities and the issues that m…
  Bloomberg us 2026-08-10T19:04:04Z
• They arrest the former director of the General Directorate of Revenue of Panama for alleged unjustified enrichment and money laundering
  The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office of the Attorney General's Office (PGN) arrested Publio De Gracia, former director of the General Directorate of Revenue (DGI), on Monday, August 10, as part of …
  Infobae latam 2026-08-10T19:02:04Z
• Ghana backs Jamaica's petition to push UK for slavery reparations
  Jamaica and Ghana, both former British colonies subjected to the transatlantic slave trade, are presenting a united front in the drive for reparatory justice. As Kingston prepares to lodge a formal pe…
  RFI europe 2026-08-10T19:01:28Z
• Armenia imports 20,000 tonnes of oil products from Azerbaijan over past year — MFA
  Both countries continue working to boost bilateral trade, the Armenian Foreign Ministry stated
  TASS russia 2026-08-10T19:01:22Z
• The future of 150,000 children of Salvadoran TPS beneficiaries in the United States depends on a court decision
  Thousands of Salvadoran families in the United States face the threat of imminent separation if the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is not extended. The situation particularly affects about 150,000 s…
  Infobae latam 2026-08-10T18:59:48Z
• Zelensky says Siberia in Russia is now within reach of Ukraine’s deep strikes
  Ukraine will continue to launch long-range strikes against Russian targets to demonstrate to Russia and its citizens the need to end the war. Ukraine will continue to launch long-range strikes against…
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-08-10T18:59:00Z
• Senate Democrats unveil cybersecurity bill after attacks on water infrastructure
  Democratic Sens. Adam Schiff (Calif.) and Amy Klobuchar (Minn.) unveiled a new cybersecurity bill dubbed the Water Cyber Shield Act on Monday in an effort to prevent attacks on water infrastructure. …
  The Hill us 2026-08-10T18:58:43Z
• Blanche formally sworn in as attorney general
  President Trump’s former personal attorney Todd Blanche was sworn in as attorney general on Monday, making him the second official to hold the top law enforcement position during the second Trump ad…
  The Hill us 2026-08-10T18:58:33Z
• Kaczyński appeals to President Nawrocki to unify Poland’s right-wing opposition ahead of elections
  Keep our news free from ads and paywalls by making a donation to support our work! Notes from Poland is run by a small editorial team and is published by an independent, non-profit foundation that is …
  Notes from Poland eeurope 2026-08-10T18:58:16Z
• Putin congratulates Raul Castro on what would have been his brother Fidel’s 100th birthday
  The congratulatory message was read out by presidential envoy for international cultural cooperation Mikhail Shvydkoy at the first international colloquium "Fidel: Legacy and the Future"
  TASS russia 2026-08-10T18:58:03Z
• Colombia earthquake: Death toll rises to over 100
  A powerful earthquake, measured at magnitude 7.4, has struck Colombia, killing dozens of people and trapping many under rubble. Cities including Cali, Pereira and Manizales were among the hardest-hit.
  DW europe 2026-08-10T18:58:00Z
• Russia says Kiev hit foreigners to drive wedge into its relations with fraternal nations
  Maria Zakharova called on all members of the international community to condemn the barbaric crimes of the Kiev regime
  TASS russia 2026-08-10T18:56:52Z
• 7.4 earthquake in Colombia: these are the emergency contact lines to report emergencies
  The numbers are available to request assistance, report injured or trapped persons, and alert about infrastructure damage.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-08-10T18:56:52Z
• They extinguish a fire in a Guatemalan prison, authorities keep secrecy
  For reasons still unknown, in the early hours of Monday, August 10, a fire was reported at the Cantel Penal Farm located in the department of Quetzaltenango in Guatemala. The fire affected the kitchen…
  Infobae latam 2026-08-10T18:56:35Z
• Trump vows to get compensation from Iran for deaths of US troops
  According to Donald Trump, the US also considers it necessary to compensate the families of those who participated in protests in the republic over the past 50 years
  TASS russia 2026-08-10T18:55:13Z
• Can Trump Influence the Federal Reserve and Interest Rates?
  Since the start of his second term, President Donald Trump has waged a fierce campaign to impose his will on the Federal Reserve, breaking with the modern convention of walling off the US central bank…
  Bloomberg us 2026-08-10T18:54:52Z
• Trump extends Jones Act waiver, with limits, in bid to tamp down energy prices
  The Trump administration is once again waiving U. S. shipping rules as part of an effort to keep gasoline and other fuel costs down, the White House said Monday. In particular, it issued another 90-da…
  The Hill us 2026-08-10T18:53:39Z
• Todd Blanche, Trump’s former personal lawyer, sworn in as US attorney general
  Loyalist sworn in after Senate voted narrowly in favor of his confirmation Saturday morning Todd Blanche has been sworn as US attorney general, cementing Donald Trump’s installation of his former pe…
  Guardian uk 2026-08-10T18:51:43Z
• Oman says grounded tanker oil spill covers 400 square km
  MIDEAST-GULF-SHIPPING-SPILL:Oman says grounded tanker oil spi
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-08-10T18:51:02Z
• 111 dead after Colombia quakes leave trail of destruction
  At least 111 people are dead after a destructive 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-08-10T18:51:02Z
• The government admits that Milei's image does not achieve a solid rebound after the Adorni scandal and are calibrating the electoral strategy.
  Manuel Adorni is no longer part of the Government, but the aftershocks from his departure due to his growing wealth are still ongoing. Surveys reaching Casa Rosada show that President Javier Milei mai…
  La Nacion latam 2026-08-10T18:50:34Z
• July was hottest month ever recorded in US as heatwaves scorched country
  Scientists have made clear that the elevated heat in the US was being amplified by the human-caused climate crisis July was the hottest month ever recorded in the US, with repeated, scorching heatwave…
  Guardian uk 2026-08-10T18:49:51Z
• Zelensky warns that North Korea will deploy up to 50,000 soldiers in Russia and asks South Korea for help
  KIEV.– The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, stated that between 30,000 and 50,000 North Korean soldiers will be deployed in Russian territory to fight alongside Moscow's forces, a figure th…
  La Nacion latam 2026-08-10T18:48:10Z
• From Sheinbaum to Kast: the message of help from international leaders to Colombia and a critique from Petro
  Bogotá.- Presidents and leaders of Latin America expressed their solidarity with Colombia on Monday and offered assistance to face the consequences of the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that shook the nort…
  La Nacion latam 2026-08-10T18:47:33Z
• Ann Widdecombe police investigate whether accused had role in Farage incident
  Police looking into whether Joshua Kerry linked to alleged attempted burglary last year at Reform leader’s then home Police are investigating whether Joshua Kerry, the man charged with the murder of…
  Guardian uk 2026-08-10T18:46:20Z
• FBI teams with the NCAA to help athletes avoid sexual exploitation
  FBI teams with the NCAA to help athletes avoid sexual exploitation
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-08-10T18:46:06Z
• The dramatic testimony of an Argentine who experienced the Colombia earthquake: "I'm shocked"
  After the strong earthquake that shook a large region of Colombia this Monday and was felt in several cities in the center and southwest of the country, including Bogotá, where 111 deaths have been r…
  La Nacion latam 2026-08-10T18:44:42Z
• How the economy is hurting Republicans’ midterm chances
  Voters right now broadly disapprove of the economy, Trump and, increasingly, Republicans in Congress.
  WaPo us 2026-08-10T18:44:28Z
• Trump says will demand conflict compensation from Iran as part of peace talks
  Trump this weekend said he was "low-keying" his approach to the conflict, suggesting that he was prepared to let economic pressure mount in place of further military strikes.
  Euronews europe 2026-08-10T18:42:45Z
• Primaries in Connecticut, Minnesota, Vermont, and Wisconsin: What to know about election day on August 11
  Voters in Connecticut, Minnesota, Vermont, and Wisconsin will head to the polls this Tuesday, August 11, to take part in primary elections that will help determine the candidates for the November midt…
  EL PAIS europe 2026-08-10T18:41:15Z
• US reports hottest month on record in July
  The US's NOAA weather agency reported that the average July temperature was the warmest of any month in its 132-year record. This could be further exceeded in 2027 due to delayed effects from the El N…
  Le Monde europe 2026-08-10T18:41:08Z
• Will Taiwan Fight China? Just Ask Its People
  Five Taiwanese discuss their future under the shadow of Beijing.
  WSJ us 2026-08-10T18:41:00Z
• U. S. military bases 'highly vulnerable' to N. Korean, Chinese missiles, drones: expert
  WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 (Yonhap) -- U. S. military bases in South Korea, Japan and ot...
  Yonhap asia 2026-08-10T18:39:50Z
• Venezuelan border states evaluate the effects of the earthquake in Colombia
  EFE The Venezuelan government is assessing the effects of the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that shook much of Colombia this Monday in its border states of Táchira and Zulia and reported that, so far, the…
  Efecto Cocuyo latam 2026-08-10T18:39:36Z
• Lebanon files a new lawsuit against former central bank chief Riad Salameh
  Reports citing judicial sources say former commercial banker also indicted over alleged financial crimes.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-08-10T18:37:07Z
• Violent earthquake in Colombia, over 110 dead and many trapped under the rubble
  7.4 magnitude quake in the northwest lasting 4 minutes. Cali the most affected, fear in Bogotá
  ANSA europe 2026-08-10T18:36:44Z
• Jennifer Tufts' testimony: What Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist said as defense grills her on Day 10 of trial
  Dr Jennifer Tufts, Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist, faced tough cross-examination from the defense on Day 10 of the murder trial.
  Hindustan Times asia 2026-08-10T18:36:03Z
• Trump nominates loyalist to office that would oversee Reflecting Pool review
  Dennis Kirk, a Project 2025 author who had worked for then-Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, may now run Interior’s inspector general office.
  WaPo us 2026-08-10T18:35:52Z
• Netanyahu’s veto and the limits of American power
  Trump has the leverage to enforce his Gaza plan. Netanyahu is betting that he lacks the political will to use it.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-08-10T18:35:31Z
• Iran hierarchy consolidation as IRGC veteran tapped for key security role
  The office of the supreme leader has named a new security chief and established war commanders in influential roles.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-08-10T18:34:25Z
• The 20 points that Manuel Adorni should explain
  Federal prosecutor Gerardo Pollicita today submitted an opinion stating that former Chief of Staff Manuel Adorni enriched himself during his time in public office and detailed 20 inconsistencies that,…
  La Nacion latam 2026-08-10T18:33:44Z
• Netanyahu does not worry Trump, 'the plan for Gaza holds'
  Board of Peace: 'We look at the facts and not the statements, the IDF respects the agreement'
  ANSA europe 2026-08-10T18:31:50Z
• What do you intend? Former ministers of Boric sharply criticize Kast for questioning poverty figures from the latest Casen survey
  Massively, former ministers of the past administration of Gabriel Boric came out to criticize the questions raised by President José Antonio Kast about the poverty figures in Chile from the latest Na…
  La Tercera latam 2026-08-10T18:30:54Z
• Tobías Reinhart puts pressure after his debut: the fight that ignites in Fernando Gago's U midfield
  Tobías Reinhart made his debut with Universidad de Chile. He started and played the full 90 minutes in the 2-1 victory over Palestino at the National Stadium. His debut occurred less than a week afte…
  La Tercera latam 2026-08-10T18:30:30Z
• Puracé Volcano registers more activity hours after the 7.4 earthquake in Colombia
  Hours after the strong earthquake of magnitude 7.4 recorded at 7:34 a.m. with an epicenter in San José del Palmar (Chocó), the Puracé volcano —in the Los Coconucos volcanic chain—, Colombia, sh…
  Efecto Cocuyo latam 2026-08-10T18:30:07Z
• MiG-29 crashes in Odesa region during combat mission, pilot ejects
  In the Odesa region on the evening of August 10, a MiG-29 aircraft was lost while performing a combat mission; the pilot ejected.
  Ukrinform ukraine 2026-08-10T18:30:00Z
• Japan Inc's quarterly profit jumps 70% on weak yen and AI spending
  Nikkei asia 2026-08-10T18:28:13Z
• New train service connects Finland and Sweden for first time in decades
  The service will enable rail travel from Portugal to Lapland - what is believed to be the longest train journey in Europe.
  BBC uk 2026-08-10T18:28:11Z
• Over 210 Ukrainian drones taken down over Russian regions during day
  On-duty air defenses intercepted the Ukrainian UAVs over 12 Russian regions
  TASS russia 2026-08-10T18:27:51Z
• EU opens channel with Meta, TikTok to tackle Ceuta migrant crisis
  The EU, Meta and TikTok on Monday agreed to create a dedicated channel with fact-checkers to flag disinformation linked to a surge of migrants arriving in Spanish territory, three people told POLITICO…
  Politico EU europe 2026-08-10T18:27:34Z
• In tribute to Ozzy Osbourne: this is what you should know about the "haunted house" that Universal will premiere at Halloween Horror Nights
  For this new edition of Halloween Horror Nights, Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort will inaugurate a new original attraction in tribute to Ozzy Osbourne. It is a "haunted house,…
  La Tercera latam 2026-08-10T18:26:15Z
• Rationing map does not correspond to an official energy saving schedule
  The original graphic belongs to a report by La Patilla published on May 15, 2026, about the rationing situation in the country. The graphic that went viral on social media is a modification of the o…
  Efecto Cocuyo latam 2026-08-10T18:21:46Z
• Russian court bars only anti-war party from standing in parliamentary elections
  Russia's only liberal, anti-war party will not be able to take part in next month's parliamentary elections, a Moscow court rules.
  BBC uk 2026-08-10T18:19:41Z
• Nvidia to team with Wall Street on US$500 billion package for AI infrastructure projects
  A group of US investment giants are partnering with Nvidia on US$500 billion in funding for AI infrastructure projects, the Financial Times reported. Apollo Global Management, Blackstone, BlackRock’…
  SCMP asia 2026-08-10T18:18:48Z
• Drought forces water restrictions across nearly 70% of France, government says
  A series of heatwaves over the past three months, compounded by drought, have broken temperature records, caused thousands of excess deaths, and fuelled massive wildfires.
  Euronews europe 2026-08-10T18:18:20Z
• Lula laments earthquake in Colombia: "Brazil remains available"
  President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva lamented the earthquake of magnitude 7.4 recorded this Monday (10) in Colombia. On social media, he said he received the news of the tremor with concern, which had…
  Agencia Brasil latam 2026-08-10T18:16:00Z
• Oman trying to contain extensive oil spill from stricken tanker
  The Caroline Bezengi is believed to be part of Russia's 'shadow fleet' that Moscow uses to circumvent Western sanctions.
  Al Jazeera mideast 2026-08-10T18:15:23Z
• Yabloko not to be removed from ballot until its appeal is considered
  Yabloko will be able to appeal the Supreme Court’s decision within five days
  TASS russia 2026-08-10T18:11:56Z
• Decision to disqualify Yabloko party from parliamentary race yet to enter force
  The party has five days to challenge the court's ruling
  TASS russia 2026-08-10T18:11:04Z
• UK government declares drought in 'almost three-quarters' of England
  After the United Kingdom experienced its driest July on record, the government declared that some 71.3% of England was in a state of drought, and that 'nowhere' in the UK reports a normal water resour…
  Le Monde europe 2026-08-10T18:11:00Z
• Ceuta leader wants migrant detention centre after mass influx from Morocco
  Some 72,000 migrants breached the border in an unprecedented and deadly rush between 30-31 July, with 70,000 having since returned to Morocco, according to Spanish government figures.
  Euronews europe 2026-08-10T18:10:05Z
• The mayor of Valledupar requested President Abelardo De La Espriella to hold a security council due to the transfer of 16 inmates to 'La Tramacúa'
  The transfer of these 16 high-risk inmates to 'La Tramacúa' in Valledupar has raised alerts due to the risk to public safety.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-08-10T18:10:00Z
• Progresses in the Constitution committee a bill that seeks to establish drug tests in the Senate
  This session, the Constitution, Legislation, Justice, and Regulation Committee of the Upper House met to continue processing the draft agreement that amends the Senate Regulations, which aims to estab…
  La Tercera latam 2026-08-10T18:09:56Z
• Russia’s Supreme Court disqualifies Yabloko party from the State Duma elections
  The Rodina party's claim has been upheld in full
  TASS russia 2026-08-10T18:09:44Z
• Trump, GOP not sitting pretty as midterms near — CNN
  The TV channel noted that rising gas prices were worsening Americans’ perception of the state of the economy, while weak employment did not help the Republicans either
  TASS russia 2026-08-10T18:09:00Z
• Almost a hundred dead and serious damage in four capitals of the West: Pereira, Cali, Manizales, and Quibdó
  Pereira, Cali, Quibdó, and Manizales are concentrating the emergency with collapsed buildings, affected hospitals, and rescue efforts in different areas.
  El Tiempo latam 2026-08-10T18:08:26Z
• A strong earthquake of magnitude 7.4 hits western Colombia, causing dozens of deaths and significant material damage
  The earthquake had a depth of 96 km and was recorded in the morning, around 7:34 am local time.
  BBC Mundo latam 2026-08-10T18:07:18Z
• Hossein Taeb appointed head of Iran’s Basij paramilitary force
  Taeb already served in this post between 2007 and 2009
  TASS russia 2026-08-10T18:05:57Z