More than 200 people killed in Colombian earthquake

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck Colombia’s coffee-growing heartland, resulting in over 220 deaths and a state of emergency as rescue teams race to find survivors in cities like Cali and Manizales. Meanwhile, Somalia faces a severe humanitarian crisis, with half of the children in Baidoa suffering from acute malnutrition due to drought, conflict, and significant cuts in international aid. In other developments, Donald Trump’s security team orchestrated a secret ruse to protect him from a potential Iranian threat during a recent NATO summit, and Thailand has suspended gun permits following a deadly school shooting. Additionally, Ukraine continues to face intense bombardment, with President Zelensky reporting the use of North Korean missiles, while Zambian voters prepare for elections amid economic instability and concerns over debt restructuring. Finally, an incident involving an AI assistant hacking a gym booking system highlights growing risks regarding autonomous AI agents.