Colombia Earthquake Response and Impactactive

Days before the president Javier Milei's quick trip, Colombia experienced a strong, long-lasting earthquake of magnitude 7.4, felt throughout much of the neighboring country, leaving at least 111 dead and dozens injured due to the collapse of houses and buildings. Official sources confirmed to Infobae that the libertarian government contacted the administration led by Abelardo de la Espriella, who took office last Friday, and does not rule out sending humanitarian aid if needed. "We are in contact with Colombian authorities to offer assistance and evaluate sending aid based on their needs," a senior official told this outlet. The communication was made through the Foreign Ministry, headed by Pablo Quirno, to get firsthand information on the situation and, based on that assessment, determine the possible dispatch of resources or personnel to assist with the tasks they deem necessary. So far, there has been no press release on the matter, although the government does not rule out an official statement in the coming hours. The tremor caused landslides, damaged buildings, and resulted in at least 111 deaths, in addition to a high number of injured and trapped people, according to a press conference by President Abelardo De La Espriella. In his first days in office, De la Espriella, who defeated Iván Cepeda in the elections, was forced to…

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 institution carried out 36,512 environmental surveillance operations, compared to 23,534 in the previous year. The increase in activities suggests a greater capacity to address situations related to environmental crimes in different regions of the country. In that same period, the number of people detained rose from 3,136 to 7,685, and the vehicles seized increased from 1,433 to 2,332. These data reflect growth in the response to infractions affecting natural resources. Senpa also detected a higher number of foreigners in irregular migratory condition during its environmental operations. In the first seven months of 2026, the institution handed over 5,213 people to the General Directorate of Migration, compared to 1,292 in the same period of the previous year, in compliance with its legal competencies. The institution's performance has been influenced by the strengthening of operational capacities, with contributions from the Ministry of Environment in aspects such as mobility, equipment, and logistical support. According to authorities, these factors contributed to a greater territorial presence and more effective environmental surveillance. The Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources maintains that an improvement in Senpa's capacities...

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 total could grow to 258 if other 28 species are verified in the future. The study published in ZooKeys was the result of 8 years of international research and updates the overall picture of this fauna in the country for the first time since 1998. The research was led by Manfredo A. Turcios-Casco, affiliated with the Association for Sustainability and Scientific Research in Honduras (ASICH) and the State University of Santa Cruz in Brazil, along with 14 co-authors from institutions in Honduras, the United States, Brazil, Guatemala, and Costa Rica. Participating entities include Panthera Honduras, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Wildlife Conservation Society. The study compiled nearly 200 pages with species profiles, distribution data, and conservation summaries. According to the Phys.org report, the review verified native types distributed across 146 genera and 42 families, in addition to introduced rodents. A update that took decades The project began when Turcios-Casco was pursuing a master's degree and studying the conservation status of xenarthrans in the area. "At that moment, I realized something surprising: despite Honduras being one of the countries with the greatest biodiversity in Central America..."

The artist expressed solidarity with the families affected by the strong earthquake and asked to follow the authorities' recommendations.

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 northwest of the country, leaving at least 111 dead and causing the collapse of buildings and damage in various cities. The earthquake, recorded at 7:34 (local time), had its epicenter near San José del Palmar, in the department of Chocó, and was considered by the Colombian Geological Service as the largest magnitude recorded in the country in the last decade. Authorities declared a national disaster as search, rescue, and damage assessment efforts continue. Mexico's President, Claudia Sheinbaum, was one of the first regional leaders to speak out and assured that her country will provide Colombia with "all the support it requires." "We just learned about the serious earthquake in Colombia. We do not have more information yet, but we are very attentive," Sheinbaum said during her morning conference at the National Palace. The President noted that the Mexican government remains in contact with its embassy in Colombia and the Colombian ambassador in Mexico to monitor the emergency and determine if any Mexican citizens are affected. "As soon as we know the help needs of the Colombian people, we will be there," she affirmed.

The 7.4 magnitude earthquake that shook Colombia this Monday left at least 70 dead and sparked a series of international aid offers, with Panama being one of the first countries to join through its president, José Raúl Mulino. "Our solidarity with Colombia. We are willing to collaborate within our capacity wherever needed. Stay strong, everyone," Mulino wrote on his X account, according to EFE. The magnitude of the earthquake and its geological origin The seismic event had its epicenter in San José del Palmar, a municipality in the Chocó department, in the Colombian Pacific region. The Colombian Geological Service (SGC) located it at a depth of 82 kilometers and updated the initial magnitude from 6.7 to 7.4. The coffee-growing zone in the central part of the country concentrated much of the damage. Videos shared on social media showed small buildings collapsed and at least one church with partial destruction. The director of the Institute of Geosciences at the University of Panama, Néstor Luque, told EFE that the earthquake originated "in a tectonic contact zone between the El Garrapata fault and the Deformed Belt Fault of eastern Panama." The impact in Panama and the suspension of air operations The vibrations lasted between 40 seconds and a minute in Panamanian territory, according to the same Institute of Geosciences. They were strongly felt in the province of Darién and the Guna Yala comarca, both of which...

At least 29 of the victims are registered in capitals. Five platoons of soldiers are preparing to support the affected areas.

I see no reason to modify Article 1 (of the Constitution)," said Senator Andrés Longton (RN) on La Tercera's streaming program, who, despite valuing the focus that President Kast's government placed on the security agenda with the presentation of the ACOT, expressed doubts about the constitutional reform contemplated in that package of measures. Regarding the new state of emergency proposed, he said that with the ones already in place, "the purpose that the President wants to achieve is fulfilled." For his part, Deputy Raúl Soto, PPD leader, stated that in the security agenda, his party "more than opposition" should "be contribution and collaboration," but that - in any case - this will be "reviewing the details and the fine print of the law to also prevent the government from passing a cat for a hare."

UC prepares for its visit to Estudiantes de La Plata for the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. Before the trip to Argentina, Justo Giani spoke about the current state of the student team. "It's the match we've all been waiting for. We know what it means for the club, for ourselves as well. We've been having a very good cup, so it's very important for us to face it as we have been," he said. The forward also addressed the performance UC has shown in its recent matches. "Maybe we weren't finding our best version that we had before. I think we were playing at a very high level, and it's normal to see some decline in the last meters, those things that have been happening to us," he explained. Anyway, he assured that the team's work has not changed. "The team continues to work the same as always, with the same confidence, with the same enthusiasm, so very excited and eager," he added. About Estudiantes, Giani highlighted that Universidad Católica arrives with greater match continuity. "Maybe physically it's not as good, but from a football perspective, it helps. Regarding the opponent, the reality is that it's tough, difficult. I've faced them many times, and it's a complicated field, but I believe with our weapons, we will play a great game and try to bring something back from there," he stated. The Argentine was also asked about the importance that the...

The hospital network and rescue teams of Medellín are on standby, while EPM confirms that Hidroituango is operating without faults.

The Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance of Guatemala presented a comprehensive and inclusive care model based on networks, with which it seeks to reorganize the public health system, close territorial gaps, and direct infrastructure and personnel towards a planned network that responds to the increase in chronic diseases, service saturation, and the need for upcoming authorities to receive a already defined route. The Health portfolio stated that the national diagnosis has already identified a gap of 803 new health services. This figure includes 571 health posts, 111 health centers, 20 permanent care centers, 62 specialty care centers, and 14 CAIMI with specialties. Minister Joaquín Barnoya affirmed that the system has "enormous deficiencies" and that its recovery cannot be done improvisationally or in a short time. He also pointed out that Guatemala has an increasing population and that diseases appear at earlier ages, with a greater burden of diabetes, heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease, and cancer. Barnoya explained that, although rates of chronic and acute malnutrition persist, which he described as shameful, the epidemiological profile has changed and chronic diseases have increased. According to him, this transition further pressures a service network that already operates with fragmentation. The ministry ordered the system by sectors, territories, and networks of a…

Costa Rican President Laura Fernández defended the pension scheme for former Presidents of the Republic, stating that this benefit represents recognition for the particularities of the position and allows those who have held the Presidency to maintain a sustainable standard of living once their term ends. Her statements mark a shift from the discourse that the Chavez movement maintained during the 2022 electoral campaign and which the president herself reiterated on May 8, when she promised to promote "the battles necessary" to eliminate the so-called luxury pensions. Fernández was asked whether she considers that pensions for former presidents should disappear. In response, she argued that the Presidency of the Republic has different characteristics from any other public office, which, in her opinion, justifies the existence of this benefit. "The position of President of the Republic has a series of prerogatives different from many other public offices, and that is why a pension for former presidents is recognized worldwide. More than a pension, it is a recognition so that, after having held this office, they have an income that allows them to continue with a sustainable standard of living, given that reintegration can be difficult. There are security issues and other important matters," she affirmed. Although she added that, in her case, she hopes to continue working "as long as God gives me life and health," she made it clear...

The Government activated the PMU after impacts in municipalities of the Southwest, while the mayor's office confirmed no fatalities in Medellín.

Panamanians took to the streets on Wednesday morning after feeling the effects of a magnitude 7.4 earthquake at approximately 7:32 a.m., with its epicenter in San José del Palmar, Colombia, 325 km southeast of the community of Jaqué, in the Panamanian province of Darién. Reports from the Civil Protection System indicate that the earthquake was felt for several seconds throughout almost all of Panama. Although no incidents to report so far, in Panama City the Metro was halted while the required inspections were carried out. The seismic activity recorded in Panama during 2025 and especially in the first days of August 2026 confirms that the country is part of a highly active geodynamic environment, where the interaction of several tectonic plates produces a constant succession of tremors of low to moderate magnitude, occasionally accompanied by stronger events that generate social concern and mobilize alert and civil protection systems. In the last 12 months, according to data released by national media based on specialized information, 387 earthquakes of magnitude 3.0 or higher have been recorded in Panamanian territory, indicating an average of about one such event per day and demonstrating that the "seismic silence" is more of a citizen perception than a reality recorded by monitoring networks. During the…

The Senate is discussing a bill these days that, broadly, introduces three modifications to Law No. 21,805, which recognizes the right to care and creates the National System of Supports and Care: extend the deadlines for issuing regulations; reduce the requirements for a program to be part of the System; and transfer the Secretariat of Supports and Care from the Undersecretariat of Social Evaluation to the Undersecretariat of Social Services. The latter change, presented as an administrative adjustment, is actually a substantive definition: what we understand by the National System of Supports and Care and what kind of State we need to face the care crisis. Chile is experiencing a profound demographic transformation. By 2050, almost a third of the population will be over 60 years old; the birth rate continues to decline; and 1.5 million adults are already in a situation of dependency. With the increasing participation of women in the workforce, the availability of unpaid care also decreases. The result is well known: more people need support and fewer people are available to provide it. This is the care crisis, one of the most urgent social issues of the 21st century. In the face of this scenario, the country needs a State capable of thinking comprehensively and long-term. When we drafted Law No. 21,805, we did so with that conviction: to return to the Ministry of Social Development and Family the function of planning the policy…

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2,726 rapes, 195 deprivation of liberty, 78 intentional homicides, and 21 femicides were recorded by the Attorney General's Office between June 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026. These crimes of greater social impact are part of a total of 10,442 cases counted in the most recent official statistics. Additionally, during the same period, 4,796 thefts and robberies, 1,806 drug-related crimes, 438 extortions, 248 vehicle thefts or robberies, 81 cases of illegal human trafficking, and 74 cases of human trafficking were reported, while no kidnappings were recorded. Comparing these figures with those of the previous annual cycle — June 2024 to May 2025 — a significant decrease in crimes of greater social impact is observed. In that previous period, the Attorney General's Office documented 12,965 cases: 2,739 rapes, 340 deprivation of liberty, 96 intentional homicides, and 25 femicides, along with 6,758 thefts and robberies, 1,565 drug-related crimes, 541 extortions, 564 vehicle thefts or robberies, 291 cases of illegal human trafficking, 70 of human trafficking, and one kidnapping. The year-on-year balance shows that crimes of greater social impact decreased by 19.5%. The most notable reductions were recorded in thefts and robberies (from 6,758 to 4,796 cases), illegal human trafficking (from 291 to 81), deprivation of liberty (from 340 to 195), and extortions (from 541 to 438). Rapes showed a slight decrease, while…

While Peronism begins to discuss its strategy to return to power in 2027, Jorge Capitanich raised a strong self-criticism about the current state of the space and questioned the internal dynamics that, in his view, hinder the construction of a competitive alternative against Javier Milei. "I believe that sometimes in Peronism we have a wrong strategy. We put the cart before the horse," said the former governor of Chaco on Infobae en Vivo, analyzing the process of party reorganization. For Capitanich, "the recurring mistake of the PJ is trying to resolve first the discussion about leaderships before agreeing on a common political representation and a government program." He explained that the path should be exactly the opposite: consolidate a proposal, define objectives, and then choose the leaders who embody it. "First we have to unite the representation. Second, we have to have a program," he maintained. Among the key points he considers essential are industrial policy, job creation, strengthening science and technology, developing regional economies, and stable macroeconomic rules. Capitanich also questioned the level of internal and external confrontation that Argentine politics is experiencing. "We deepen certain differences that we could truly nuance and perfectly organize for sustainable growth," he noted, warning that permanent polarization ultimately d…

The collision occurred, according to the councilor, when a truck was trying to turn into a gas station in the area.

The president of the Investment Promotion and Export Agency (INVEST), Rodrigo Ayala, highlighted how the tourism dynamics are driving internal economic activity, supported by a 28% increase in the arrival of international visitors during the first half of the year. El Salvador's tourism sector continues to consolidate itself as one of the most active engines of the national economy. After the conclusion of the August festivities, the agency's president provided an overview of the sector's performance and projected solid growth for the end of the fiscal year 2026, if the expansion pace observed during the first eight months of the year is maintained. In a statement released on its official channels this Sunday, INVEST's head detailed how the tourist flow directly impacts the national production chain through what he called a "domino effect" or economic ripple effect. The "domino effect" and its relevance to GDP Ayala's analysis emphasized that the real value of tourism lies in its "ability to inject liquidity" and generate secondary liquidity across multiple production links. "When we talk about tourism, we are not always thinking about how it affects a country's economy. A person decides to take a vacation in the country, and this is like pushing the first piece of a domino effect," Ayala explained. The official…

There are moments in life that alter the course of history. Moments and decisions that mark the destiny of events, even in such mundane situations as football. In this way, for example, the arrival of Lionel Messi at Barcelona was forged, the most significant player in the history of the Catalan club. At the end of 2000, La Pulga's family was going through one of the most important moments of their lives. Lionel was just 13 years old, had traveled to Spain to try out for the most important team in the City of Barcelona, and had surprised the scouts with his enormous talent. Despite the good feelings he had left in those early training sessions, the management of the culé team was still far from making a definitive decision about the inclusion of the Rosario prodigy. Growing uncertainty began to worry Jorge Messi, Leo's recently deceased father, who had guided La Pulga's destiny from the beginning. The Rosario, a metalworker from the province of Santa Fe, had made a huge effort to accompany his son to Europe and needed concrete answers. Days went by, but there were no major advances in negotiations for a family that was committed to this ambitious project that had their prodigy as the main protagonist. Then, the possibility of returning to Argentina began to gain strength in the face of uncertainty. Point of inflex…

China ordered steep anti-dumping deposits on pecan imports from the US and Mexico, adding another source of trade friction weeks before an expected summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

21st-century socialism, Castrochavismo or 21st-century communism, under the name of the left, loses governments in the countries of the Americas but retains power with the laws it imposed, the structure and officials it established, the cultural change it carried out, the bourgeoisie it formed, the media it controlled, the justice systems it installed, the armed forces and security forces it distorted. This reality requires remembering the difference between coming to power and having power. Power is "having the ease of time or place to do something," representing "having more strength than someone." Political power, in a broad sense, is "the capacity to influence, control or make decisions in a society or a political system. It is the ability of an entity or individual to affect how decisions are made and actions are exercised that affect society as a whole." Government is "the action and effect of governing, of commanding with authority, ruling, guiding." In a restricted political sense, it refers to the "highest body of the executive power of a state or a political community, constituted by the president and the ministers or advisors." In a broad sense, it refers to the forms of government which can generally be of two main types: "democracies and autocracies," that is, "systems of consensus or systems of coercion." The Inter-American Democratic Charter establishes as an obligation that "The peoples of America ...

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El Salvador created a new National Aviation Security Committee focused on strengthening the safety and facilitation of air transport. The decree came into effect on July 29, 2026, after its publication on July 21 in the Official Gazette. The measure responds to international commitments undertaken by El Salvador as a State party to the Convention on International Civil Aviation, known as the Chicago Convention. The instrument obliges the signatory countries to implement mechanisms that ensure the safety and efficiency of civil aviation, including specific national committees. The decree was signed by President Nayib Bukele and the Minister of Public Works and Transport, Edgar Romeo Rodríguez Herrera. National Aviation Security Committee The National Aviation Security Committee (CONASEA) will function as an interagency coordination body responsible for aligning activities related to civil aviation security. It will be composed of the executive director of Civil Aviation, the Minister of National Defense, the Minister of Public Security and Justice, the President of the Autonomous Port Executive Commission, and the director of the State Intelligence Agency (OIE). Among its main functions are coordinating and supervising security measures among responsible entities, examining the implementation of these measures, and making recommendations based on threats and…

The Ministry of Public Finance of Guatemala awarded Q100,000 in Treasury Bonds for small investors through the Window mechanism. The placement corresponded to Window No. VENACPIQ-79-2026 and was carried out on August 7, 2026. According to the official statement, all of the awarded demand corresponded to bonds with a one-year term and an annual coupon rate of 6.0000%. No demand or allocation was registered for the two- and three-year terms, with established coupon rates of 6.1250% and 6.2500%, respectively. The Treasury Bonds offer remains available for small investors, with investment amounts ranging from Q5,000 to Q1,000,000, through authorized brokerage agents. The interest generated by these bonds is exempt from taxes. Authorized amount for 2026 For the fiscal year 2026, the total authorized amount for small investors is Q500 million. As of August 7, Q181.40 million has been placed, representing 36.28% of the total approved for this segment. The Ministry of Finance reported that interested parties can find more information on the websites www.minfin.gob.gt and www.bvnsa.com.gt, or contact the number 2338-4400 to learn more about the available investment options. Government regulations The Ministry of Public Finance of Guatemala officially established the rules that will govern the issuance, trading, col…

El Salvador declared a state of health alert for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) throughout its territory following the publication of a ministerial agreement in the latest edition of the Official Gazette. The measure, adopted by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG), will initially be in effect for six months and aims to strengthen surveillance, control, and response to the risk of introduction and spread of this disease. The agreement responds to the sustained spread of HPAI in the Americas region, where recent outbreaks have affected the United States, Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Honduras, Costa Rica, and Colombia, according to reports from the World Organisation for Animal Health and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization. Salvadoran authorities base the decision on the epidemiological evolution recorded since October 2025, with reports of cases in both domestic and wild birds, as well as mammals. Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza is a viral infection caused by different subtypes of type A viruses, primarily affecting domestic and wild birds, details the decree. Clinical signs include respiratory problems, cyanosis of the comb and chin, head edema, ruffled feathers, decreased egg production, digestive disturbances, and sudden mortality. Diagnosis is made through virus isolation or detection of viral RNA…

Citizens of Colombia, Venezuela, Mexico, and Nicaragua are among the foreign nationals detained in Honduras during 2026 for their alleged involvement in various crimes, according to a report from the Police Investigations Directorate. The institution reports 56 arrests between January and August 9, compared to 114 in the same period of 2025. The information was released by the spokesperson of the National Police, Sub-inspector Wilfredo Maldonado, who explained that investigations have identified individuals of different nationalities in cases related to drug trafficking, financial crimes, crimes against life, and sexual offenses. The Police also states that some of the detected foreigners may have entered Honduran territory irregularly, so border controls are part of actions aimed at identifying potential risks before these individuals move to other areas of the country. Among the nationalities mentioned by the DPI, Colombian stands out, particularly in investigations related to financial crimes. Maldonado noted that authorities have identified an incidence of Colombian citizens in cases linked to the alleged cloning of bank cards, a method that allows obtaining user information to carry out unauthorized transactions. In April, the National Police reported the arrest of a Colombian citizen to whom…

Panama returned to eighth place in the Central American and Caribbean Games medal table and concluded in Santo Domingo 2026 with a performance of 24 medals, eight of them gold, a result that brings it back to a position it hadn't reached in 60 years and that also secured direct qualifications for the Lima 2027 Pan American Games. According to EFE Agency, the Panamanian delegation finished eighth among 37 participating countries, two spots above what was achieved in San Salvador 2023, when they finished tenth. It was also the only country among the top ten in the medal table to improve its position compared to the previous edition. The progress was also reflected in the number of gold medals: Panama went from five to eight gold medals, a 60% increase. The total medals rose from 23 to 24. According to the Panamanian Olympic Committee, the return to eighth position equals the result obtained in San Juan 1966. This means that the country returned to be among the top eight delegations in the regional competition after six decades. Panama matched a record of eight gold medals that it hadn't achieved since 1950. The harvest of eight titles in Santo Domingo also brought Panamanian sports back to a record it hadn't achieved in 76 years. In the Guatemala City 1950 Games, Panama had reached the same number of gold medals. Among the most notable results was baseball, where the Panamanian team won the gold for prim…

The public health system of Honduras is preparing for a new intervention on its surgical capacity, after the government reported that at least 46 operating rooms remain out of service in various hospitals across the country. The measure aims to recover these rooms and reduce the surgical backlog in the public network. The announcement was made by the Minister of the Presidency, Juan Carlos García, who assured that an investment will be allocated to progressively recover these spaces and make them available again to patients requiring surgical procedures. The strategy seeks to address two problems: infrastructure and operational limitations that keep some operating rooms inactive and the so-called surgical backlog, that is, the accumulated patients waiting for an intervention. The official indicated that the intervention will not be limited to a single hospital and also includes facilities located in the northern region of Honduran territory. One of the hospitals identified as needing recovery is the Mario Catarino Rivas Hospital, located in San Pedro Sula, Cortés department, one of the main medical referral centers in northern Honduras. The center receives patients from different departments, which generates high pressure on its services. Strengthening the health system In March 2026, the new director of the Mario…

The former municipal chief of Cuilapa, Santa Rosa, Esvin Fernando Marroquín Tupas, was sentenced in the United States to 72 months in prison (six years) for crimes related to international drug trafficking. The sentence was handed down by Judge Richard A. Schell in the Eastern District Court of Texas, Sherman Division, in the United States. The former Guatemalan official, who had lost immunity following judicial rulings in Guatemala, pleaded guilty to face the charges brought by the U.S. justice system. Accusations against the Guatemalan politician According to U.S. judicial investigations, Marroquín Tupas, known by the alias "Kaká Rala," was part of a criminal network engaged in international drug trafficking, at least between 2015 and October 2019. During that period, the former mayor actively collaborated in the transportation and importation of at least 450 kilograms of cocaine destined for North American territory. The indictment details that the criminal organization operated by transporting the drugs from Colombia and Ecuador, passing through Panama, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Mexico. Marroquín Tupas exploited his position and local public influence to receive illicit payments in exchange for ensuring the free movement and safe passage of the shipments through his territory. After formalizing a guilty plea in August 2025, the former municipal leader admitted his responsibility in the manufacturing and distribution…

The discovery of 76 bars of undeclared gold in the luggage of three Venezuelan citizens in transit who were detained at Tocumen International Airport in Panama appears to be much more than an isolated incident of punctual smuggling. This modality is part of an emerging pattern, according to Migration authorities, of using Panama's main airport as a transit point for allegedly illegal gold, and it is connected to a transnational criminal economy based on illegal mining and money laundering in Latin America. Panamanian migration authorities not only detected the absence of customs documentation, export licenses, and metal ownership certificates, but have also publicly indicated that those involved appear to be linked to an alleged cross-border smuggling network, money laundering, and organized crime financing. Therefore, foreign passengers were subjected to Decree Law 3 of February 22, 2008, which, according to Panamanian law, denies them transit through the country and allows their return to their place of origin. This case adds to the interception of a Colombian citizen just days earlier, who attempted to transit through Tocumen with more than 16 kilograms of undeclared gold bars, suggesting a possible escalation and change in the modus operandi of illicit precious metals trafficking in the region. On that occasion, the Servi…

Costa Rican President Laura Fernández called on the Judiciary to provide more answers regarding the security crisis and questioned the early release of suspects of serious crimes, which she linked to recent murders. She did so in a national broadcast message, in which she also defended her government's measures. During her speech, Fernández referred to the cases of Roxana and Ingrid, mothers who lost their children at the hands of individuals who, according to the president, should have remained in custody. "How do I convey my pain for Mrs. Roxana's tears?" she expressed. She insisted that her government's priority is to restore the public's tranquility and stated that the Executive has already implemented actions such as creating an elite force, increasing police personnel, opening new prisons, and adopting a tough-on-corruption policy. According to figures released by the government, Costa Rica reported 67 fewer murders in the recent period and a total reduction of 2,433 property crimes. "The results are visible," Fernández maintained, who emphasized that despite the efforts of the Executive, the complete recovery of security requires coordinated action from all institutions. Criticism of the Judiciary The president made an explicit call to the Judiciary, demanding greater urgency, transparency, and responsiveness. "We regress when a case file takes years, a...

De La Espriella attended with his family and as an audience to the parade accompanied by the Mayor of Medellín and the Governor of Antioquia.

Radio continues to be one of the most influential media in Costa Rica, but its reach is no longer the same as a decade ago. The results of the National Culture Survey 2026 show that the percentage of people over 18 who listen to the radio went from 60.2% in 2016 to 47.3% in 2026, a decrease of 12.9 percentage points that highlights the changes in how Costa Ricans consume audiovisual content. The study indicates that the decline in the audience has been especially marked among women, where the indicator dropped from 59.1% to 45.4%, as well as in urban areas, where it went from 63.6% to 47.3%. Despite this widespread reduction, the research highlights a fact that breaks with the perception that radio is an exclusively older person's medium: those who listen to it the most are currently young people between 18 and 28 years old. Regionally, the Central Region remains the area with the highest listening habit, with 52.5% of the population claiming to tune in to the radio, 5.2 percentage points above the national average, set at 47.3%. It is followed by the Atlantic Huetar region, with 42.7%, and Brunca, with 41.9%. At the opposite end are the Central Pacific, where only 29.5% of the population listens to the radio; Huetar Norte, with 34.5%, and Chorotega, with 40.3%. Precisely, Huetar Norte recorded the largest decline in the country over the last decade, going from 52.5% in 2016 to…

The Central American Parliament (PARLACEN) called for strengthening inclusion, the protection of rights, and the participation of indigenous peoples, highlighting the importance of promoting ethical and responsible technologies within the framework of the International Day of Indigenous Peoples. The declaration, issued by the Commission on Indigenous and Afro-descendant Peoples of the organization, recognizes the invaluable contribution of indigenous peoples to cultural diversity, the preservation of ancestral languages, and the transmission of traditional knowledge. According to the statement, the cultural diversity and knowledge of indigenous peoples constitute a heritage for humanity. The Central American Parliament reaffirmed its commitment to defending the human rights of indigenous peoples, recognizing their dignity and identity, and eradicating any form of discrimination and racism. Furthermore, it urged the member states of the Central American Integration System (SICA), as well as academic institutions, the private sector, and international cooperation, to strengthen initiatives that promote sustainable development with cultural identity. The Commission highlighted the value of international instruments that support the collective and individual rights of indigenous peoples. Among them, it mentioned the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous and Afro-descendant Peoples of Central America, Isthmic and Insular, the Declaration…

A sweet weekend for Chileans who play in South American football clubs. On Saturday, Diego Valdés shined with a great free-kick goal in the draw between Vélez Sarsfield and Boca Juniors, and this Sunday it was Erick Pulgar's turn with a tremendous spectacular goal in the match between Flamengo and Vitoria. The goal by the Flamengo midfielder is, easily, one of the best goals seen throughout the year. At Maracaná, the national player hit a right-footed shot from outside the area directly into the corner, marking the temporary 1-0 at 14 minutes. His goal was quickly praised by the same Rio de Janeiro team, who were amazed by his strike through their social media. "He shot, scored, celebrated! A GORGEOUS GOAL to open the score at Maracaná!", they posted. Check out Pulgar's spectacular goal with Flamengo: O GOLAÇO DO PULGAR! pic.twitter.com/194TbgE2Fb — Fla Galaxy (@FlaGalaxy) August 9, 2026

High temperatures and aging infrastructure have caused rationing, affecting hundreds of thousands of people.

Maria, a retired teacher, decided to invest her savings in a small jewelry business in hopes of earning extra income to support her retirement. In January of this year, she purchased merchandise thinking that her regular customers, mainly friends and mothers of her former students, would continue buying as before. The reality was different. In recent months, Maria saw her sales drop drastically due to consumers' preference for imported products from China at significantly low prices, offered through e-commerce applications. Despite offering discounts, more than half of her inventory remained unsold, and she ended up abandoning her venture. Maria's situation reflects the impact that the massive arrival of Asian products has on small and medium-sized businesses in El Salvador. This phenomenon not only affects individual merchants but also concerns organized industrial sectors. Jorge Arriaza, coordinator of the Industrial Council and president of the Salvadoran Association of Industries (ASI), warns that unfair competition has intensified in recent months in the country. Arriaza identifies four main factors behind this problem. The first corresponds to smuggling, which facilitates the entry of large volumes of merchandise from Asia without complying with legal or fiscal requirements. Recently, the Attorney General's Office of…

Professor Wang Gungwu is regarded internationally as an authority on Chinese history. The 95-year-old is best known for his explorations of Chinese history in the long view, and for his writings on the Chinese diaspora. He has been a professor at the National University of Singapore since 2007 and emeritus professor at the Australian National University since 1988. He was vice-chancellor of the University of Hong Kong from 1986 to 1995. This interview first appeared in SCMP Plus. For other...

During the second quarter of 2026, Panama ranked 24th in the world in the Maritime Connectivity Index of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), after a streak of 27 consecutive quarters at position 26, reflecting a moderate growth in Panamanian connectivity of about 1.9%. Countries that traditionally held higher positions experienced very severe declines, such as the United Arab Emirates (−40.2%) and Saudi Arabia (−15.1%), reports the international organization. This displaces those actors and opens space for Panama to climb positions without a radical transformation of its own performance. The report, known as LSCI, for its acronym in English, places the country's evolution in the regional and global context and analyzes the impact of geopolitical disruptions on maritime connectivity. In a sector characterized by the constant reorganization of routes and shipping services, geographic location continues to be an advantage for Panama, although competitiveness increasingly depends on the speed, reliability, and integration of its logistics services, notes Comex Latam. The LSCI was developed by UNCTAD as a synthetic indicator that measures the extent to which countries are integrated into the global network of scheduled maritime transport services, mainly container services. The logic of f…

Costa Rica's national health system is experiencing hours of deep shock, indignation, and vulnerability after a violent and unusual attack occurred yesterday, August 8, at the La Anexión Hospital located in the city of Nicoya, Guanacaste province. The armed incursion by two criminals into a hospitalization ward ended with the execution at close range of a patient and left an elderly woman who was in the same room wounded by a gunshot. The incident immediately triggered institutional alarms and sparked a strong wave of protests from the country's main medical and union organizations, which demand a profound restructuring of hospital surveillance protocols in response to the alarming rise in crime. The National Medical Union (UMN) expressed its deepest indignation, stating that healthcare facilities must remain as impregnable sanctuaries dedicated to the care, protection, and healing of the population, and must not become scenes where criminal groups can enter and commit cold-blooded murders. Therefore, medical leadership warned that what happened in Guanacaste is a very serious red alert signal for thousands of doctors, nurses, technical staff, and administrative personnel in the health system. This position was categorically supported by the National Nursing and Related Workers Union (SINAE Afines).

Minute by minute Union La Calera 0-0 Colo Colo Update the commentary here The leader against the last-placed team Two completely different realities face each other at the Nicolás Chahuán Nazar. Colo Colo is the exclusive leader of the Primera League with 42 points, while La Calera is in last position with just 13 points. Colo Colo's starting lineup LET'S GO CACHIQUE! The starting FORMATION of the whites for the match in the #LigaDePrimeraMercadoLibre against Union La Calera, is presented by @jugabet_cl 🤟🏻⚪️⚫️ pic.twitter.com/C9r5XrwU0h — Colo-Colo (@ColoColo) August 9, 2026 Union La Calera's starting lineup We have eleven starters! 🆚 Colo Colo These are the players chosen by our coach Martín Cicotello for the match this afternoon against Colo Colo 🫡 ⚪️🔴 pic.twitter.com/agCvA3xHGu — Unión La Calera SADP (@ulcsadpoficial) August 9, 2026 Welcome! We begin a new broadcast together with El Deportivo of the newspaper La Tercera. On this occasion, we bring you the match between Union La Calera and Colo Colo, for matchday 18 of the Primera League.

The SGC indicated that the epicenter was located near the municipalities of Murindó, Antioquia, 19 kilometers away, and Mutatá, Antioquia, 35 kilometers away.

The situation of indigenous languages in Costa Rica presents various challenges depending on each community. Recent research indicates that Boruca and Brorán no longer have native speakers, although there are still people with partial knowledge. Meanwhile, Buglere and Miskito are considered vulnerable due to the low number of users who maintain these languages. On the other hand, Cabécar and Bribri each have more than 8,000 speakers, figures that position them as the most vital indigenous languages in the country. These languages coexist with those of six other indigenous peoples: Bribri, Cabécar, Ngäbe, Maleku, Brorán, Brunca, Huetar, and Chorotega, forming a diverse linguistic map within the national territory. Experts and community leaders suggest that the process of a language disappearing occurs when it is no longer transmitted from one generation to another, which means that young people stop speaking it and linguistic memory is concentrated in a few individuals. According to CR Hoy, this process can also affect the preservation of knowledge and traditions linked to the language. Challenges in teaching and recovering languages The Ministry of Public Education has implemented indigenous language lessons in some territories. However, specialists warn that the absence of a specific curriculum for each language limits the results of these initiatives, as teaching often depends on the capacity…

Honduras leads violence in Central America with a rate of 23.2 homicides per 100,000 inhabitants, while El Salvador consolidated its decline, according to the annual homicide report by InSight Crime for 2025, which recorded at least 108,838 violent deaths in Latin America and the Caribbean. Honduras closed 2025 with the highest rate among the analyzed countries, even after decreasing from 25.3 recorded in 2024. The 2,332 murders of the year placed the country among the most violent in the region, despite the government extending the state of emergency as part of a tough-on-crime strategy that, according to the report, did not fundamentally alter the criminal dynamics. Guatemala and the reactivation of MS13 Guatemala was the only country in the analyzed group that registered a sustained increase attributable to a specific cause. Its rate rose from 16.1 to 17.4 homicides per 100,000 inhabitants, an 8% increase that InSight Crime linked to a resurgence of violence between Mara Salvatrucha (MS13) and local criminal actors. The organization operates on an extortion-based economy focused on bus routes and transportation networks. This territorial control, contested with rival groups, explains much of the rise in murders recorded during the year. The Salvadoran case El Salvador showed the lowest numbers in the report: 82 homicides throughout 2025, equivalent to a rate of 1.3, the lowest in its history and a contrast to the 6,656 murders that the pa…

The founder of Mercado Libre, Marcos Galperin, questioned this Sunday the data from the Argentine Confederation of Small and Medium Enterprises (CAME) regarding the decline in consumption in July, both year-on-year and compared to June. The non-profit trade organization, presided over by Ricardo Diab, reported that retail sales fell 3.8% year-on-year in July and contracted 2.1% compared to June. Thus, in the first seven months of the year, they accumulated a decline of 2.7%. After CAME released the figure through a press release on Saturday, Galperin took to the social network X and stated: “Someone should compare the volume of everything CAME measures vs the volume transacted by Mercado Libre Argentina, which grew 38% in constant currency in the last quarter.” “Something tells me that Mercado Libre's volume is greater than everything CAME measures, and no one seems to take this into account when announcing the state of consumption,” he argued before closing. On Wednesday, the e-commerce giant created by Marcos Galperin reported, for the first time, net revenues exceeding 10 digits in a single quarter. In the period from April to June, the company billed US$10.169 billion, representing a 50% year-on-year jump and the fastest expansion rate in the last four years. Furthermore, according to the balance sheet, the company achieved an operating profit of US$683 million, with a margin of…

The classic match of the Biobío Region was won by Deportes Concepción. In one of the most attractive duels of matchday 18 of the Primera League, the purple team defeated Universidad de Concepción 1-0 to celebrate a key victory and take over the Penquista celebration. The person responsible for scoring the only goal on the scoreboard was none other than the tireless Joaquín Larrivey. The center forward once again proved that age does not pass him by when it comes to emerging as a true goal scorer. However, not everything was celebration for the trans-Andean player. "Bati" was involved in a negative scene in the second half when he was sent off after a controversial incident with referee Fernando Vejar. The León of Collao celebrates Ahead of the traditional match at Ester Roa Rebolledo, the two teams arrived with different realities. While Deportes Concepción was full of joy after a streak of five consecutive wins, with three victories in the Chile Cup and including a 3-0 thrashing of UC, UdeC was the opposite. The Campanil has not won in the Primera División since May 16, when matchday 12 was underway. In this regard, the good form was taken advantage of by the team led by Fernando Díaz. The León of Collao sought with more initiative during the first half until they found the play that put them ahead: in the added minutes of the first half, the referee went to VAR to review a foul by Yerco Oyanedel on Joaquí…

Abelardo de la Espriella (d) reacts after swearing in as president of Colombia for the period 2026-2030, alongside Vice President José Manuel Restrepo (i), this Friday in Cali (Colombia). EFE The inauguration of the right-wing Abelardo de La Espriella as President of the Republic of Colombia, celebrated last Friday, August 7, brought significant statements and even actions that months ago seemed unthinkable. One of them was the clear decision of the Trump administration to allocate 1 billion dollars to Colombia as part of a security assistance package to support the new government of the far-right President Abelardo de la Espriella. The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump stated that, in coordination with Congress, it intends to announce this assistance as one of the cornerstones of the "renewed alliance" between the two countries. The American package The package includes strengthening Colombian security forces in the fight against terrorist and transnational criminal organizations, through American technology, increased operational capacity, and coordinated operations with U.S. forces. It also includes significantly expanding coca crop eradication and cocaine interdiction operations, as well as pursuing the finances of criminal organizations. Washington also offered to support Bogotá's efforts to regain control and…

Trump wants to end clock changes with permanent daylight saving time, but the Senate may not act before Nov. 1, leaving the fall clock change in place.

The Modern Revolutionary Party (PRM) elected Luis Abinader as president of the organization for the period 2026-2030, in a decision made this Sunday during the National Assembly of Delegates. At the same event, other positions that will make up the party's leadership in the coming years were defined and approved by acclamation. Juan Garrigó Mejía was appointed as secretary general, while the positions of deputy secretaries general went to Kelvin Cruz, Lia Diaz, and Jean Luis Rodriguez. Additionally, Gloria Reyes was named national secretary of organization and Luis Delgado was in charge of the national electoral secretary. The PRM's leadership structure includes five executive vice presidencies, reinforcing the plurality of leadership within the party. Deligne Ascención was appointed first executive vice president, followed by Milagros Ortiz Bosch as second, Eddy Olivares as third, Nelson Arroyo as fourth, and Salvador Ramos as fifth executive vice president, according to Listín Diario. Internal Elections National Commission and functioning Regarding the Internal Elections National Commission, the assembly ratified Deligne Ascención as president of the body, accompanied by Dioniso de los Santos as executive vice president. The commission also includes Salvador Ramos, Rafael Santos Badia, Edgar Batista, Dario Castillo Lugo, Iñigo Larrazabal, Jaime Marte Martinez, Sara Paulino, Excarlet Benzan,…

The IACHR released on Saturday, August 8, the work proposal of the 10 finalists to lead the Special Rapporteurship for Freedom of Expression, a selection that will close on September 30 and will determine who will assume on November 1 in a position based in Washington D.C. with a regional mandate to promote and protect this right in the Americas. The selection was made from an evaluation of 145 applications received from 22 countries. The preliminary decision was made at an internal session held on July 24, 2026, and opened a public consultation phase that will extend until August 27. According to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, during this period, OAS Member States and civil society organizations can submit observations about the finalists through an official form. The mechanism, the organization indicated, responds to article 15.4 of its regulations. The list includes applications from Colombia, Venezuela, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, Uruguay, and Argentina. The names are Raissa Carrillo Villamizar, Carlos José Correa Barros, Viviana Sarah Giacaman, Mauricio Herrera Ulloa, María Miño Buitrón, Alejandra Negrete Morayta, Matías Ponce, César Ricaurte, María Daniela Rivero Gutiérrez, and Laura Salas Sánchez. The finalists focused their proposals on violence, the digital environment, and the implementation of standards. The ten candidates submitted two-minute videos outlining their priorities for…

The night of August 9, 1995, was etched into the collective memory of Central America as one of the darkest chapters in the history of civil aviation in El Salvador. Today marks exactly 31 years since the fatal crash of Flight 901 of the Guatemalan airline Aviateca, a tragedy that claimed the lives of all 65 people on board (58 passengers and 7 crew members) after crashing into the steep slopes of the Chinchontepec volcano, in the department of San Vicente. Flight 901 was on a strategic route that connected the main capitals of the region in a staggered manner: it started its journey in Guatemala City with final destination in San José, Costa Rica, with scheduled stops in San Salvador, Tegucigalpa, and Managua. The aircraft assigned to this itinerary was a Boeing 737-200 with registration N125GU. That August night, the weather over Salvadoran territory presented extreme meteorological conditions. A severe tropical storm was battering the central and paracentral regions of the country, causing intense rainfall, high-velocity wind gusts, and visibility reduced to nearly zero. As the crew began the approach phase toward El Salvador International Airport (then popularly known as Comalapa), the combination of adverse weather factors and operational failures began to weave the fatal outcome. At about 5,000 feet altitude (approximately 1,500 meters above sea level)...

NEW YORK (AP).- A 27-year-old woman and a five-month-old baby died after a boat with fourteen people on board capsized near the Statue of Liberty in New York. The accident occurred on Saturday around 10:25 p.m., according to local U.S. media reports. The incident involved a 22-foot Bayliner speedboat that overturned near Liberty Island, causing all its occupants to fall into the water. Two boats from the New York Coast Guard Station, four from the New York Fire Department, and two from the New York Police Department (NYPD), along with a NYPD helicopter, were deployed to rescue the people in the water. The New York City Police Department reported that both victims were rescued from the water in critical condition and transported to NYU Langone Health Brooklyn hospital, where they later died. Meanwhile, the other twelve rescued individuals were taken to various medical centers in the area with minor injuries. After the nautical accident, police detained the boat's captain, identified as Manuel Hernández, 46 years old. Local authorities charged him with 13 counts of reckless endangerment. Additionally, a criminal investigation was opened to determine the exact causes of the tragic boat capsizing, which was towed to the coast and remains under police custody for the necessary investigations. The Coast Guard…

Guatemala once again confirmed its dominance in the region by establishing itself as the most successful Central American delegation at the Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026. With a solid performance that earned it seventh place in the overall medal tally, Guatemalan sports once again placed at the forefront of the isthmus in the world's oldest regional competition. The blue and white delegation concluded its participation with an impressive total of 94 medals: 18 gold, 32 silver, and 44 bronze. This achievement is even more significant when compared to the previous edition in San Salvador 2023, where Guatemalan athletes had to compete under the neutral flag of Centro Caribe Sports (CCS). In that Salvadoran event, the delegation totaled 79 medals (17 gold, 27 silver, and 35 bronze), also placing seventh overall. For Santo Domingo 2026, now competing with their restored national symbols, Guatemala not only reaffirmed its Central American hegemony but surpassed its 2023 haul by 15 medals, marking a notable evolution in its performance. Guatemalan gold medalists: Athletes who reached the top of the podium The results in Santo Domingo 2026 positioned Guatemala comfortably above all its direct geographic rivals in Central America, increasing its lead over the 2023 competition: At the top of the national medal table, there were particularly outstanding...

A joint operation between the National Drug Control Directorate (DNCD), the Public Ministry, intelligence agencies of the State, and the Military Security of the Caucedo Multimodal Port resulted in the seizure of 303 packages of a substance presumed to be cocaine. The discovery was made during an inspection at the port terminal in the municipality of Boca Chica, Santo Domingo province. According to the DNCD, the operation was initiated after receiving intelligence reports warning about irregularities in a transit container. During the verification, agents detected anomalies in the lower part of the cargo unit. Due to these inconsistencies, they activated inspection protocols and proceeded with a physical review of the truck. During the procedure, the personnel used specialized cutting and extraction tools to access the suspicious area. On the floor of the container, hermetically concealed, they found the packages of the substance. According to the cargo manifest, the truck was transporting wood, originated in Peru, and had the United Kingdom as its final destination. An ongoing investigation The Public Ministry and the DNCD have opened an investigation to identify, arrest, and present before justice the members of the international drug trafficking network responsible for the shipment. Authorities indicated that this seizure is part of actions to strengthen capacity…

A technical delegation inspected the stadium works and reviewed dressing rooms, the field, press areas, security, access points, and VIP spaces.

The 25th Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026 officially concluded yesterday, August 8, 2026, leaving an indelible mark in the history of regional sports. The centennial edition of the oldest regional event in the world was held in the Dominican Republic from July 24 to August 8, bringing together more than 6,000 athletes from 37 countries competing in 40 sports and 53 disciplines. In the competitive arena, the local delegation reaffirmed its status as a regional power by finishing firmly in fifth place in the overall medal tally, significantly improving the performance recorded in the previous edition in San Salvador 2023. On that occasion, the Caribbean country finished in fifth place with a total of 111 medals (25 gold, 36 silver, and 50 bronze). For this centennial edition as host, Quisqueya far surpassed its previous harvest by reaching an impressive total of 150 medals, broken down into 46 gold, 37 silver, and 67 bronze medals, thus ensuring a historic performance in front of its own audience. The overall medal tally of Santo Domingo 2026 ended with Mexico at the top after an unprecedented performance, becoming the three-time champion of the event and surpassing the barrier of 400 medals (167 gold, 125 silver, and 115 bronze for a total of 407). Colombia followed in second place with 266 medals (91 gold), Cuba in third place with 155 medals…

Business formalization in Panama has become a central issue for those wishing to invest and create jobs. However, one of the main barriers mentioned by entrepreneurs is bureaucracy. Each duplicated procedure or unnecessary document involves additional costs and wasted time. Delays in processes not only discourage the creation of new companies but also limit overall economic development, say businesspeople. This was reflected in the IV Entrepreneurship Congress 2026, which brought together nearly 200 attendees at the Bootcamp session "From Idea to Business," organized by the Panama Chamber of Commerce, Industries, and Agriculture (CCIAP). The event had a clear goal: to equip participants with practical tools to transform ideas into profitable and legally established businesses. From the perspective of those seeking to start a business, formalization is not just a legal requirement. It is the gateway to financing, trust, growth, and market access. For this reason, attendees at the congress agreed that simplifying procedures should be a national priority. In recent years, Panama has implemented initiatives to reduce barriers. The creation of Entrepreneurship Societies, the online Business Registry, and the Single Window of the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Authority (Ampyme) are advances that allow for streamlining company formation and demonstrate…

One of the most serious incidents occurred at kilometer 61 of the road to Nueva Concepción, in the Las Negritas sector, Chalatenango, where a motorcyclist lost his life. Cruz Verde Tacachico rescuers arrived at the scene after receiving the alert, but could only confirm that the victim was no longer showing vital signs. In another accident, at kilometer 116 of the road to Frontera Anguiatú, in the Chimalapa Bridge sector, Metapán, a similar situation occurred. Cruz Verde Metapán found a motorcyclist dead after an incident that is still under investigation. So far, no details have been released about the victims' identities or the specific causes of the incidents. Injured motorcyclists and emergency transports Motorcyclists continue to be one of the most vulnerable groups on the country's roads. on San Antonio Abad Street and Izalco Avenue in San Salvador, a motorcycle rider was injured and received immediate care from Cruz Verde Mejicanos. The assistance at the scene helped stabilize the injured person, although the severity of the injuries and their identity have not been detailed. A similar situation was experienced in Cerro de Plata Canton, Sacacoyo, La Libertad, where Cruz Verde Zapotitán attended to an injured motorcyclist. The man was stabilized on site and later transferred to a healthcare center, ensuring the continuation of s…

Recent actions by the Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) have revealed a network of operations in which López Tyndall, known as "Kiki" and daughter of Edwin López Vega ("Pecho de rata"), appears as one of the main responsible parties for the management and continuity of a structure dedicated to international drug trafficking. The judicial file states that even after the capture and extradition of her father, she assumed key roles in the operational and financial control of the group. The Public Ministry attributes charges of conspiracy and crimes related to the distribution and handling of drugs to her. The accusation states that she was not a secondary collaborator, but held a position of trust and responsibility within the organization, positioning her as a co-author alongside other members of the criminal network. Telephone interceptions proved decisive for the investigation. Through them, the judicial police identified logistical coordination, exchanges of strategic information, and high-level decisions made by "Kiki." According to the OIJ document, her participation included the management of assets, from real estate to formally established businesses that, according to the report, served as fronts to mix illicit resources with funds of legal appearance. The Observer also highlights that the investigation reconstructed her role based on numerous phone taps...

The death of Geniffer Selene García Mozo once again brings these services in the city into focus.

The leader will arrive in the afternoon of this Sunday in the Antioquia capital for the closing of the Flower Fair.

Honduran President Nasry Asfura requested technical support from the Dominican Republic to organize the Central American and Caribbean Games of 2029, an event that would make the country the first time host of the main regional competition recognized by the International Olympic Committee. The future Honduran edition is projected after the games held in Santo Domingo in 2026, which brought together more than 6,200 athletes and representatives of sports organizations. According to the source text, the goal of the Honduran government is to rely on the Dominican experience and technical cooperation with Centro Caribe Sports to replicate that organizational model. The request was made during a meeting at a hotel in Cali, Colombia, during the inauguration of President Abelardo de la Espriella. There, Asfura asked the Dominican President Luis Abinader for support and collaboration for the 2029 event, which will be hosted by Honduras. Asfura conveyed to Abinader that the Honduran sports leaders present at the games were impressed by the organization, the sports facilities, the sports village, and the treatment received from the organizers. The Honduran president also congratulated his Dominican counterpart several times and noted that the Dominican Republic set a regional example due to the quality of the event. Honduras seeks to organize the main regional sports event for the first time

The organization of the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026 has had key logistical support for its development: the Community Canteens of the Directorate of Social Assistance and Community Food (Dasac) have guaranteed, uninterruptedly, the daily delivery of more than 8,000 food portions to volunteers, support teams, and security agencies participating in the largest sporting event in the region's history. According to information released by the Presidency of the Dominican Republic, this collaboration has ensured the food coverage for those supporting the operation of the multi-sport event. The support, deemed essential by the president of the Organizing Committee of the XXV Games, José Monegro, was made possible after a direct support request to Dasac. "We needed to immediately cover the food for volunteers, support staff, and security. We contacted Edgar Féliz and the response was immediate. He mobilized his entire team and provided us with extraordinary support that allowed us to address a fundamental need for the success of the event," Monegro said in statements collected by the Presidency of the Dominican Republic. Dasac's operation was deployed in all competition areas, providing breakfast, lunch, and dinner during each day to more than 2,000 people directly involved in the operational structure...

Costa Rica faces an 18% increase in reported dengue cases compared to the same period in 2025, according to the official report issued by the Ministry of Health for epidemiological week 29 of 2026. As of that date, the country has a total of 2,425 accumulated cases, of which 44 have been classified as dengue with warning signs. According to official data, the Central North region leads the national list with 609 reported cases, although the highest rate corresponds to the Central Pacific, with 176.8 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. Chorotega (76.9), Huetar Caribe (66.6), and Brunca (28.6) also present high rates, while Central East registers the lowest incidence with 9.0 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. By provinces, Alajuela has the highest number of cases, with 929 notifications and a rate of 85.8. Guanacaste follows with 353 cases (rate of 84.6), and Puntarenas with 336 cases (66.0). The records for Limón and Heredia are 305 and 162 respectively, while Cartago has the lowest number with 49 cases and a rate of 9.2. Regarding distribution by sex, the total number of female cases amounts to 1,237 (rate of 47.3), and male cases to 1,188 (rate of 45.6). These data show a significant concentration of dengue in specific areas, which has led authorities to strengthen surveillance and control actions in these territories. In light of this situation, in epidemiological week 29 of…

In this way, FC Barcelona secured the signing of what would be their most emblematic player.

This Sunday, the Primera League matches advance, where Unión La Calera hosts Colo Colo for Matchday 18. The home team comes from a 0-4 loss to Cobresal, while the Cacique won 4-3 against Everton and arrives as the league leader. When does Unión La Calera vs. Colo Colo play? The Unión La Calera vs. Colo Colo match is this Sunday, August 9, at 5:30 PM. For this match, the clubs meet at the Nicolás Chahuán Municipal Stadium. Where to watch Unión La Calera vs. Colo Colo The Unión La Calera vs. Colo Colo match is broadcast on TNT Sports Premium. Online coverage of the Primera League is available on the HBO Max platform.

The Nicaraguan Army announced this Friday the detention of 22 Nicaraguans linked to illegal mining in the Indio Maíz Biological Reserve, a border area with Costa Rica where both countries have just strengthened security coordination to curb clandestine gold extraction, smuggling, and the transfer of supplies through the San Juan River basin. The capture took place in the sectors of the Santa Fe Bridge and Boca de San Carlos, where, according to the Armed Forces, the detainees were transporting means that they intended to use in illegal mining activities within the reserve. The detainees and the items seized were handed over to the appropriate authorities. The operation was announced after the meeting held on February 28 between Costa Rica and Nicaragua, in which both governments agreed on greater coordination between their security forces to combat illegal gold mining and mineral smuggling at the common border. According to Costa Rican authorities, illegal miners extract gold in that country's territory, process it, and then sell it in Nicaragua. For this reason, San José has requested greater vigilance from Managua over the border San Juan River, which is under Nicaraguan sovereignty, where a route used for smuggling has been identified. Clandestine gold extraction operates with a cross-border chain between both countries. Illegal mining at the border between Costa Rica and Nicaragua is mainly concentrated on the extr…

A day after being sworn in as president, Abelardo de la Espriella is facing two bombing attacks in Colombia. He campaigned on a hard-line approach to the country’s ongoing violence and vowed on social media that there would be no leniency. The army says FARC dissidents used explosives to destroy a highway tollbooth near Cali, while a police officer was killed in a separate attack around 1,000 kilometres away in the northern department of Cesar. Antonia Kerrigan has more.

August became a key month for Chile's negotiations with the United States. At the end of this month, Jeffrey Goettman, the number two at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), will arrive in Santiago. USTR is the U.S. federal agency responsible for developing, recommending, and coordinating the country's foreign trade policy. Chile's goal for this meeting is to reverse the U.S. decision to impose a 12.5% tariff on products arriving in that country. On July 23, 2026, President Donald signed a Presidential Memorandum imposing new tariffs. The superpower's argument for applying an additional charge pointed to countries that lack mechanisms to prevent the production and importation of goods made through forced labor, according to standards defined by U.S. legislation. Thus, Chile joined a list of 54 sanctioned nations. Chile is preparing for this. Undersecretary of International Economic Relations (Subrei) Paula Estévez has increased her internal meetings. She has already met several times with business associations. In fact, this Thursday afternoon, they met with Sofofa and the Food and Beverage Association, both requested by the lobbying platform. Next week, meetings are scheduled with the Salmon Council and Chile A…

She left the presidency of the AFP Association in March 2023. Since then, Alejandra Cox, Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Chicago, in addition to being a business engineer and a graduate in Economics from the Catholic University, has resumed the matters she set aside to dedicate all her time to the guild. Among them, reading. Additionally, she is writing a book, is a trustee of the board of Hotchkis & Wiley Capital Management, and is a member of the financial committee of the Queenscare Foundation. She lives in Los Angeles, United States, but travels to Chile about four times a year. In fact, she was in Santiago last week. "I am quite optimistic and believe that the country is on the right track, things have been calming down and reordering, I mean the economic policy. However, in the labor issue, in Chile we have a big problem, which for some reason is becoming more noticeable," Cox comments in her first interview after leaving the AFP Association. The labor market is a topic of great interest to Cox. Between 1993 and 1996, she was a senior labor economist at the World Bank. Additionally, she worked on labor market issues in several countries, including Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay, Iran, and Indonesia. In 2014, she lived six months in the Philippines, working for the country's Department of Labor through the Asian Development Bank. Regarding current Chile, Cox recalls that the unemployment rate...

Johannes Kaiser's first major presidential proclamation was on October 5, 2024. It was not in Chile, nor was it made by a Chilean, and that — the who, the where — made it a milestone for the projections of the National Libertarian Party (PNL). It happened in the heart of Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina. There, at the Belgrano auditorium, the first edition of Viva la Derecha Fest was taking place, an event that brought together leaders of the far right in Latin America and was organized by the intellectual circle of Javier Milei, the President of the Argentine Republic. The event featured booths of publishing houses selling ultra-conservative books, attendees carrying Israeli flags, young people with neo-Nazi symbols, and others dressed in jackets bearing the legend of a lion, an animal with which Milei often identifies himself. Those who also received constant praise during the event were civilians and former military personnel involved in human rights violations during the military dictatorship that plagued Argentina between 1976 and 1983. The master of ceremonies was Nicolás Márquez, one of Javier Milei's biographers, an important YouTuber and influencer at the Latin American level, and author of books such as The Communist Dictatorship of Salvador Allende or The Black Book of the New Left, written together with Agustín Laje, who was also one of the star organizers of the event. Márquez is a friend and man…

Modest fluctuations of the volcanic tremor that remains at high levels

A flight crew member was injured in a near-miss collision on the runway at Australia's Sydney Airport. An investigation has been launched to determine what caused the incident.

Organized crime in Latin America no longer solely relies on drug trafficking. In Colombia and Peru, the two largest cocaine producers in the world, illegally mined gold now generates more money for criminal structures than the drug itself, according to a new report by FACT Coalition, the U.S. coalition for financial transparency and corporate accountability. The finding, contained in the report Addressing Illegal Gold Mining in the Western Hemisphere: New Approaches for U. S. Policy, published by Julia Yansura and Isidoro Hazbun, describes a phenomenon that is already increasingly evident in Ecuador. Yansura, a FACT Coalition researcher specializing in money laundering and environmental crimes, spoke with Infobae about the findings of her research, the methodology used to track a business that by definition operates in the shadows, and the regulatory changes her organization proposes to the United States to close the channels that currently allow this illicit gold to reach the U.S. financial system. A more profitable — and less monitored — business than cocaine "I think the most concerning thing is to see how organized crime diversifies its sources of income, entering different illegal economies, both legal and illegal," Yansura explained at the beginning of the conversation. For the researcher, many governments in the region, including Colombia's, continue to operate with "a focus...

They are not going to stop with the incompetence requests. It's the merry-go-round plan, predicts a judicial source involved in the legal processes regarding the AFA. Indeed, the entity's lawyers, presided over by Claudio "Chiqui" Tapia, have launched a barrage of filings in recent months and have managed to delay almost all the cases. The case regarding the Pilar mansion reflects these maneuvers: just when everything seemed to be heading in the right direction, the Court of Cassation gave hope to the AFA and called for a hearing next Wednesday to re-discuss jurisdiction. There will be no decision that day, but it won't be delayed too long. "End of this week or beginning of next," say sources from the Courts in response to a query from LA NACION. This is just one of the battles. The same delaying strategy has been employed in other cases. The case concerning the Pilar mansion, valued by official experts at around 20 million dollars and whose formal ownership is held by Luciano Pantano and his mother, Ana Conte, who are accused of being alleged frontmen for treasurer Pablo Toviggino, has already gone through four judges: Daniel Rafecas, Marcelo Aguinsky, Adrián González Charvay, and now Verónica Straccia, from the Economic Criminal jurisdiction. In the middle of the recess, Straccia, a judge with a solid reputation, decided to delegate the case to prosecutor Claudio Navas Rial, the same one who pushed forward the case of evasion in which Tapia and Toviggino are charged. In silence, the prosecutor…

A new episode of El Niño has been developing since the end of May and is already raising concerns about its potential impact on the health of the population in Latin America and the Caribbean. This natural meteorological phenomenon begins with the warming of the Pacific Ocean and can lead to outbreaks of dengue and other infections in dozens of countries in the region. In this context, experts from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) prepared a health intelligence report warning that El Niño poses simultaneous risks to public health and human security. The report, published in the Pan American Journal of Public Health and projecting that the phenomenon will remain active well into the austral summer of 2027, identifies seven risks: Mosquito-borne diseases: dengue, chikungunya, and malaria share the same vector and the same favorable climatic conditions. Waterborne diseases: cholera and other intestinal infections that appear when drinking water is contaminated by droughts or floods. Vaccine-preventable diseases: measles and others that reappear when vaccination campaigns are interrupted due to climate emergencies. Respiratory diseases and heat stress: smoke from fires and extreme temperatures simultaneously impact the respiratory system and the body's ability to regulate its temperature. Malnutrition and insecurity...

Safety regulators launched an investigation on Sunday into a “near collision” between two passenger aircraft at Australia’s busiest airport that injured a crew member. The incident, which involved a Jetstar pilot being forced to apply sudden brakes to avoid crashing into a Qatar Airways jet on Sunday morning, disrupted operations at Sydney airport. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) said a Jetstar Airbus A320 was taxiing for a flight to the Gold Coast on Sunday morning when its crew...

The new president of Colombia, Abelardo de la Espriella, presided over the swearing-in of his cabinet members this Saturday, with whom he aims to implement his government program called "Patria Milagro" as soon as possible. The event was held in the Pichincha Hall in Cali, where the president formalized the appointment of the ministers who will make up his Executive, marking the beginning of his management period in front of the country. The new council will include Tomás Ponce as Minister of Foreign Affairs; Omar Bolaño in charge of Finance; Miguel Gómez in Defense; Alfonso Cárdenas in Justice; Jorge Eduardo Moreno in Interior, and Indalecio Dangond in Agriculture. Joining these appointments are Ana María Vesga as Minister of Health; Natalia López in Labor; Mauricio Gómez in Commerce, Industry, and Tourism; Víctor Montes as Minister of Education; María Mohemi in Energy, and Fabio Arango responsible for Mines. De la Espriella's government team is completed by Elsa Neira in Transport; Andrés Beltrán in Housing, City, and Territory; Alejandra Falla in Information and Communication Technologies; Paola Holguín in Cultures, Arts, and Knowledge; Julienne Zárate as Minister of Sport, and Claudia Benavides in Science, Technology, and Innovation. #ATTENTION | The President of the Republic, Abelardo De La Espriella (@ABDELAESPRIELLA), swore in the 18 ministers in Cali who are part of…

A car bomb destroyed a toll booth on a highway in Colombia a day after President Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in.

The Dominican Government began this Saturday the construction of strategic works on the northern border as part of the Strong Border strategy, promoted by Luis Abinader, with the aim of strengthening security, expanding the presence of the State, and creating conditions for the economic and social development of the communities in that area. The package includes three interventions: the Tilory National Market, the reconstruction of the Guayajayuco speed bump, and new access controls and border control detachments on the International Highway. The plan seeks to improve connectivity, regulate commercial exchange, strengthen territorial control, and increase the operational capacity of the State in an area considered a priority. The inauguration event was led by the Minister of the Presidency José Ignacio Paliza and the Minister of Defense Lieutenant General Carlos Antonio Fernández Onofre, accompanied by local authorities and officials from agencies involved in border management. Also participating were the General Commander of the Dominican Army, the Director General of Migration, the Executive Director of Border Development, and representatives of other institutions involved in the inter-institutional effort. The Tilory market aims to formalize a commercial exchange that has operated informally for decades. According to authorities, the new Tilory National Market is designed to organize and modernize a trading space that has operated informally for decades…

Chikungunya circulated again in Costa Rica in 2026 after nearly a decade without transmission and has already caused 438 cases at the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS), in a scenario that raises concern because the virus has shifted from imported cases to community transmission and could spread during the rainy season, according to local media. According to El Observador, these CCSS records are divided into 338 emergency service visits and 100 outpatient consultations for illness associated with the virus. The Ministry of Health, on the other hand, reports 48 confirmed cases by PCR up to epidemiological week 28. The difference between the two figures can be explained because a medical consultation for suspected chikungunya does not always result in a confirmed case and because the same person may visit the same health center more than once or different ones. This was explained by epidemiologist Juan José Román from the National University to the media. The first cases appeared in January and were linked to people who contracted the virus outside the country. Later, the presence of the transmitting mosquito allowed the contagion to establish within communities. Local transmission was concentrated in Guanacaste and Alajuela. The Director of Health Surveillance, Jennyfer González, explained that the outbreaks began with cases associated with importation, but then local transmission was established because the vector was already present. Also, s…

President Luis Abinader closed the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026 this Saturday, an event that brought together nearly 6,200 athletes from 37 countries over 16 days and that, according to JCC2026 Press coverage, left a legacy of facilities and organizational experience for future major sporting events in the Dominican Republic. The closing ceremony combined tributes, awards, and musical performances at the Banreservas Arena Don Virgilio Travieso Soto. The event also marked the end of the centennial edition of the regional competition, celebrated 100 years after its first edition in Mexico in 1926. Abinader officially declared the games over with a message focused on the effort of the athletes, volunteers, and staff involved in the multi-sport event. In his speech, he stated: “During these two weeks, we have not only celebrated the Games, we have celebrated talent, discipline, friendship among our peoples, and that capacity of sport to remind us that we can compete with all our strength and, at the end, be able to shake hands.” The games brought together 37 countries and left a legacy of facilities The leader stated that the competition left “facilities and experience to organize major sporting events.” He added that the most significant impact reaches the children and young people who followed the events and who can now see themselves reflected in the athletes…

El Salvador recorded 2,884,258 international visitors between January and July 2026, a figure that represents significant growth compared to the same period in 2025, when 2,323,154 visitors were counted, according to official data from the Press Secretariat of the Presidency. The report released by the entity this Saturday highlights that the country maintains an upward trend in the arrival of foreign tourists, driven by security measures adopted by the Government. The Press Secretariat of the Presidency indicated this Saturday on its official accounts that the influx of international travelers consolidates El Salvador as an attractive tourist destination in the region. The institution attributes this behavior to the perception of greater security and the promotion of the national tourism offer outside Salvadoran borders. The visits come from: Guatemala: 22,130 United States: 21,383 Honduras: 12,099 Rest of the world: 7,181 Foreign visitor influx during the August holidays During the recent holiday period, more than 62,793 international visitors arrived in El Salvador between July 31 and August 4, surpassing the number recorded in the same period in 2025. According to data provided by the Press Secretariat of the Presidency, this increase coincides with the government strategy to strengthen the country's image and ensure favorable conditions for tourism. The Executive reported that…

El Salvador will record maximum temperatures of up to 42°C (107.6°F) in different parts of the country this Sunday, August 9, according to the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources. The alert is focused on the eastern zone, paracentral sectors, and border areas with Guatemala, where the heat is expected to reach its highest peaks. According to the forecast from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (MARN), Saturday began with clear to partly cloudy skies, although cloud accumulation is expected in the Bálsamo mountain range, the Apaneca-Ilamatepec mountain range, and areas in the north of Santa Ana, Chalatenango, and Cabañas. The first rains and storms could develop during the afternoon in those sectors and extend by the end of the day to the center and west of the country, including Cuscatlán, San Salvador, and La Libertad. The report released this Saturday warns that these precipitations could occur with electrical activity and gusts of wind up to 45 kilometers per hour (28 mph). Conditions forecast for Sunday For Sunday, the MARN anticipates less favorable conditions for rains and storms, although isolated precipitation is not ruled out in the paracentral and central zones of El Salvador. The eastward flow will remain accelerated, with breezes of up to 30 kilometers per hour (18.6 mph), mainly at the border with Guatemala, La Paz, and the northeast of the national territory. Osmín Barrera, m…

From August 27 to September 12, 2026, the festival will undertake its sixth Regional Tour 'Peaceful Ties', an audiovisual touring initiative.

The Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026 incorporated eSports into their official program for the first time, and the debut was marked by MenaRD's gold medal, a result that made the discipline part of regional sports and opened a new chapter for its development in the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean, according to the publication Prensa JCC2026. The competition brought together representatives from 11 countries in three titles: Street Fighter 6, League of Legends, and eFootball 2026. The debut also demonstrated a level of appeal that went beyond the digital realm and strongly moved to the live stage. The Dominican Sports Hall of Fame welcomed a large number of fans during the competitive days. Flags, ovations, and constant support for local representatives created an atmosphere that, according to the media, confirmed that electronic sports already have their own audience within the Games. Saúl Mena won the first Dominican gold in eSports at the Games The highlight of the tournament was the performance of the Dominican Saúl Mena, known as MenaRD, who won the gold medal in Street Fighter 6. This victory made him the first athlete from the Dominican Republic to win a gold medal in eSports in the history of the Central American and Caribbean Games. The significance of the result was twofold: it was the first official electronic sports competition...

Two bombing attacks in different parts of Colombia on Saturday, August 8 – the first day in office for new President Abelardo de la Espriella – left at least one police officer dead and several wounded.

The free zone sector in El Salvador reported a decrease of 3,174 jobs between 2024 and 2025, according to data from the Ministry of Economy compiled by the Central American Labor Violence Observatory of ORMUSA (Organization of Salvadoran Women for Peace). This reduction amounts to a 4.4% decline in formal employment under the Free Zones and Active Improvement Deposits Law, mainly affecting the manufacturing and maquiladora industry, where women make up the majority of the workforce. The report from the Central American Labor Violence Observatory, published in its April to June 2026 bulletin, details that the number of people employed in companies using free zones and active improvement deposits went from 72,089 in 2024 to 68,915 in 2025. This decline follows a brief rebound in 2024 that did not reverse the downward trend initiated in 2022. According to the data, the cumulative loss since 2022 amounts to 17,281 jobs, equivalent to 20% of the total recorded three years ago. The reduction is concentrated in free zone companies, where employment dropped from 47,473 in 2024 to 44,030 in 2025, a decrease of 7.3%. La Libertad and San Salvador concentrate employment but lead in job losses Territorial distribution reveals that La Libertad and San Salvador account for 67% of employment under this regime, although both departments suffered the greatest…

In the villages surrounding the Fuego Volcano, the most active in Central America, life goes on between fear and habit. Ana Camposeco, a resident of La Trinidad, one of the communities located at the foot of the volcano, returned home after a new eruption that forced hundreds of people to evacuate temporarily. "We can't fight nature," she says, reflecting a resignation shared by many neighbors. This week, the ash did not reach La Trinidad because the wind carried the debris westward, towards Mexico. The villages in the south, such as El Rodeo and La Trinidad, avoided direct impact, but the feeling of vulnerability remains. These communities, dedicated to subsistence farming, usually only receive government attention during emergencies and evacuations. Each volcanic activity revives the memory of the tragedy on June 3, 2018, when an eruption buried two villages and caused the death of more than 400 people. The collective memory remains marked by that episode, which transformed the residents' relationship with the volcano. The volcano and the communities The Fuego Volcano is located in the center of the country and is one of Guatemala's three active volcanoes, along with Santiaguito and Pacaya. Of the 37 volcanic structures in the country, Fuego is considered the most dangerous due to its constant activity and proximity to inhabited areas. Ana and another 160 families in La Trinidad have learned to…

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The Santiaguito, Fuego, and Pacaya volcanoes lead in Guatemala as the most dangerous due to their eruptive activity and the threats they pose to nearby populations, according to the National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology, and Hydrology. This assessment is part of a Central American volcanic chain characterized by explosive systems that combine frequent eruptions, ash emissions, pyroclastic flows, and proximity to inhabited areas. The regional map also includes the Ilopango Caldera and the Santa Ana volcano in El Salvador, as well as Turrialba in Costa Rica. All share two factors that increase risk: constant activity or violent eruptive history, and their location close to communities or metropolitan areas. The Guatemalan case concentrates some of the most active hotspots. The Fuego volcano is considered the most active and dangerous in Central America due to the generation of violent pyroclastic flows and constant eruptions that threaten the surrounding communities. Santiaguito, for its part, is an active dome complex that emerged after the great eruption of Santa María in 1902. Since then, it has maintained frequent explosive activity, placing it among the highest-risk systems on the isthmus. The regional risk combines eruptive history and urban proximity In El Salvador, the Ilopango Caldera appears as one of the most delicate points due to its history of catastrophic super eruptions…

A family of three members became a key piece of the $LIBRA puzzle. Due to how close they were to the money movement, the testimony of any of them—father, mother, or son—could help steer the judicial investigation reviewing what happened around the launch of the virtual currency promoted by President Javier Milei. Orlando Mellino, 75 years old, has a “direct” connection with the creator of the asset, Hayden Davis: he is the retired account holder to which the businessman sent more than a million digital dollars on the day of his meeting with Milei and lobbyist Mauricio Novelli at Casa Rosada. Orlando is the father of Diego Mellino, partner in the financial firm where Novelli used to operate and which is suspected of being the place where the digital money took physical form. The third member is Susana Georges. She accompanies Diego in his businesses, knows the owners of the “cave,” and the two recipients of Davis’s money: his ex-partner Orlando, who received one million dollars, and trader Camilo Rodríguez Blanco, who a few days later received nearly four million. All three are under the scrutiny of Justice: the retiree, for his direct involvement in the money trail after discovering his surprising connection with Davis. And Diego and Susana are involved in another case investigating a million-dollar smuggling at the Campana customs. Orlando Mellino His name appeared in the file provided by p…

The Copa Libertadores resumes. The World Cup has passed and the main club tournament of the continent returns. After 14 years, two Chilean teams are in the round of 16: Universidad Católica and Coquimbo Unido. Both the Crusaders and the Pirates will cross the mountains to open their matches against Estudiantes de La Plata (Tuesday, 8:30 p.m.) and Platense (Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.), respectively. The opponents of the nationals have familiar names. Los Pincharratas are a team with deep roots in the Copa Libertadores, with four titles in their record. On the other hand, El Calamar is experiencing its first Libertadores campaign and passed the group stage, a milestone for an institution that achieved an unprecedented league title in 2025. Los Pincharratas Estudiantes, presided over by Juan Sebastián Verón, is coached by Alexander Medina. Nicknamed the “Cacique,” he played for Unión Española in 2010. He took over in February of this year after Eduardo Domínguez left for Atlético Mineiro. He is a coach who enjoys intensity and wing play, favoring the 4-2-3-1 and 4-4-2 formations. After the club lifted a FIFA ban to be able to sign players, they completed the return of Joaquín Correa. The Tucu, a former Inter striker, debuted with Los Pincharratas in 2012 and is back with a contract until 2028. The loss Medina laments is that of Mikel Amondarain, who after only a year in the main squad was sold to Bologna…

Miguel Tapia (62) says he had to hide. Take refuge in his room under the arch and the sponges of those rudimentary eighties headphones that played the music of the British duo Yazoo, those with hits like Only You or Don’t Go. "Those drums, those compressed basses... I loved them," he admits. But it was an unconfessable taste. An emotion that embarrassed him. A guilty pleasure before that unfortunate term existed: with his comrades in Los Prisioneros, they were finishing their debut, La voz de los 80 (1984), characterized by front guitars, urgent drums, and a much more skeletal sound. There, Yazoo's electronic outfit was a bystander. "I didn't share it with my colleagues because I felt they would criticize me for listening to music with programmed machines while recording a super punky album," he recalls. But time would take care of burying shame and bringing to the forefront musical secrets that seemed embarrassing. For the next album, Pateando piedras (1986), the San Miguel trio would lean precisely towards those more synthetic textures of bands like Yazoo, incorporating keyboards, synthesizers, drum machines, and electronic drums, though without marginalizing their original guitars. Tapia, along with Jorge González, would unleash their increasingly growing love for names like Depeche Mode, New Order, Bronski Beat, or Soft Cell, including also the new artistic resources and...

A 7-year-old boy, identified as Johan Jesús Acosta, died this Friday after the motorcycle he was traveling on with his mother and younger sister was hit by a tractor-trailer in the department of Colón, Honduras. The accident occurred at the detour connecting the community of Elixir with Planes, an area where, according to family members, there was heavy traffic congestion due to other previous accidents. The minor was traveling with his mother and three-year-old sister when the impact happened. According to his father, Jesús Acosta Guerra, the girl sustained minor injuries, while his wife was taken to a clinic for medical attention. "My girl came out unharmed, because she only has a little bump here, the one who is 3 years old. My wife was badly hit, she is in a clinic," the father recounted. Little Johan was underneath the heavy vehicle and died at the scene of the accident, according to his family. Jesús Acosta Guerra said he was returning from Tegucigalpa when he received the news of the accident. He explained that he had arrived at his home and later went out to accompany his father, while his wife was heading to pick up their children from school. "I saw her when she left for there. I hadn't arrived in Sabá when they called me about this problem," he said. Upon arriving at the scene, the father spoke with the tractor-trailer's driver and learned…

A helicopter crashed this Saturday in a wooded area of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, causing the death of four people: the aircraft's pilot and three passengers, according to a statement from the local Fire Department. Brazilian media, including O Globo, preliminarily reported that the three passengers are Colombians Rocío Cubillos, Sofía Murillo, and Wendy Manrique, who were relatives visiting the city. The pilot, meanwhile, is Alessandro Rocha, who had 20 years of experience as an ultralight and helicopter instructor. The aircraft crashed in Tijuca National Park, a densely wooded area on the mountainside, which required a large rescue operation due to the difficult access to the sector. The accident triggered an emergency response in the mid-morning when the local Fire Department received the alert and sent teams to the scene. The exact location of the wreckage required aerial support, as the aircraft fell on a vegetated hillside, according to CNN Brazil. At least four people died when a helicopter fell in a hard-to-access wooded area in the Vista Chinesa region, in the Alto da Boa Vista neighborhood, in the city of Rio de Janeiro, southeast Brazil, firefighters reported. Authorities confirmed four…

Following the date 18 of the First League, the Francisco Sánchez Rumoroso stadium hosted the 130th edition of the classic between Coquimbo Unido and Deportes La Serena. It is one of the most intense regional rivalries in the country, with both teams having different realities. One is a contender in local football and on the verge of playing the round of 16 in the Copa Libertadores. The other is overshadowed by the achievements of the arch-rival and fighting to stay in the league. In dim light, because the stadium lighting in Coquimbo is only at 60% (as happened midweek against San Marcos de Arica, in the Chile Cup), the match ended in a controversial 1-1 draw. The visitors were very close to taking all three points. The Papayeros, who arrived at the match with only one away victory in the National Tournament, created the first goal chance. In fact, it was Gonzalo Figueroa who generated it, taking a left-footed shot in the 4th minute that hit a post. That was one of the few opportunities in which the visitors posed a threat to Diego Sánchez's goal. The Argentine striker would leave injured. Coquimbo gradually began to take control of the game. This was reflected in the possession of the ball in the first half, which reached 59%, but not in shots on goal. Playing with a starting eleven (Caputto did not rotate, thinking about the Copa), the reigning champion lacked the strength to tilt the balance more decisively. In the second half, the…