Latin America
Firefighters' treasurer convicted of embezzling public funds in Medellín
Juan Alberto Cardona Henao, treasurer of the Itagüí Fire Department, was sentenced to just over one year in prison for his role in a corruption scheme that diverted public resources from agreements with the Metropolitan Area of the Aburrá Valley.
Bolivian organisation achieves first jaguar release in the country
Insomniac adapts Spider-Man formula for Wolverine game
Middle East
UAE "Slaps" Netanyahu: Washington Refused to Intervene as Abu Dhabi Ignored Dozens of Calls From His Office Seeking a Denial of the Bin Zayed Call
UAE Statement Rattles Israel's Political Scene — Hebrew Media Call It a Harsh Blow to Netanyahu
US military carries out fresh attacks on Iran as Russia pledges to maintain trade ties
Iran rejects US sanctions as it pursues new regional security deals
US urges allies and China to join economic pressure campaign against Iran
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Forensic Services identifies 314 dead a week after Colombia earthquake
A week after the earthquake in Colombia, Forensic Services has identified 314 people who died in the disaster.
Senate president responds to request to prevent Petro's departure
Senate president Honorio Henríquez responded to a request from Kevin Acosta's mother seeking to prevent former president Gustavo Petro from leaving the country.
Three earthquakes shake Chocó and Putumayo in early morning
Three earthquakes were recorded in the departments of Chocó and Putumayo during the early hours of Thursday, 20 August in Colombia.
De la Espriella announces coordination with insurers for earthquake compensation
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella announced coordinated measures with insurers to speed up payments to those affected by the August 10 earthquake, which has left 314 dead.
