A rare 'seismic doublet' of two powerful earthquakes (7.2 and 7.5 magnitude) struck Venezuela just 39 seconds apart, causing widespread destruction. The provisional toll stands at 164 deaths and 971 injured. Buildings collapsed in Caracas, and a tsunami warning was issued for the Caribbean before being cancelled hours later.
Alejandro Águila, a boy with an Argentine father returning from Father's Day celebrations in Mendoza, was killed after becoming trapped in his seatbelt during a violent robbery. Four suspects detained, one fugitive. President Kast demands life sentences for those responsible.
The National Electoral Council declared the right-wing candidate the winner with 12,960,166 votes, narrowly defeating Iván Cepeda. The lawyer will take office on August 7, succeeding Gustavo Petro, and promises a radical shift in the coffee-producing country's security policies.
Two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude shook Venezuela with less than a minute between them, creating terrifying scenes at a Caracas stadium that were captured on video. Authorities declared a state of emergency as rescue efforts intensify following building collapses.
Opposition leader Keiko Fujimori has reportedly won the Peruvian presidency following an irreversible vote count lead announced on June 24, 2026. This victory marks the return of the Fujimori political dynasty after two decades. After three previous defeats, the leader of Fuerza Popular has finally captured the presidency, promising economic stability and security.
The Israel Allies Foundation will host an unprecedented conference from June 28-30 in Argentina, bringing together lawmakers from over a dozen Latin American countries. The goal: expand the Isaac Accords, promote embassy relocations to Jerusalem, and strengthen the fight against antisemitism in the region.
A massive magnitude 7.5 earthquake hit Venezuela's northern coast on June 24, 2026, preceded by a 7.2 foreshock just 39 seconds earlier. The epicenter was near San Felipe, Yaracuy state, approximately 200 kilometers from the capital Caracas. Authorities reported building collapses in the capital and deployed emergency teams. Tsunami alerts for Caribbean islands were later cancelled.
Three individuals have been detained following the tragic death of a 12-year-old boy who was brutally attacked during a violent robbery in San Bernardo, near Santiago, Chile. The minor was cornered and severely beaten in what locals call an 'encerrona' and succumbed to his injuries after several days of hospitalization. The case has sparked national outrage and urgent calls for stronger security measures.
An unprecedented heatwave has plunged France into a state of emergency, with 58 of its 101 departments under maximum alert. The electrical grid collapsed in Brittany, leaving tens of thousands without power, as temperatures are expected to reach a scorching 44°C (111°F) in Bordeaux.
In a significant political setback for President Donald Trump, the US Senate passed a War Powers Resolution to withdraw American forces from the Iran conflict. The 50-48 vote saw four Republican senators break ranks, highlighting growing bipartisan concerns over presidential war powers.
In one of the tightest elections in Colombian history, Abelardo de la Espriella has emerged victorious with 49.66% of the vote, defeating Iván Cepeda by a razor-thin margin. The president-elect has announced a major diplomatic shift: restoring relations with Israel and moving the embassy to Jerusalem, marking a significant change from the outgoing Petro administration.
Scientists have uncovered the oldest impact crater on Earth in Australia, dating back 3.024 billion years. This massive cosmic collision occurred during the Mesoarchean era, when continents were just forming, and triggered a unique geological phenomenon that enriched the Earth's crust with precious metals.
An Iranian official has stated that no IAEA inspection visit is scheduled to nuclear sites bombed by the United States, directly contradicting statements by US Vice President JD Vance about an alleged agreement reached in Switzerland. The diplomatic tension emerges days after a 14-point memorandum was signed on June 17, 2026, ending the nearly four-month conflict.
In a nail-biting presidential election, Colombian lawyer-turned-politician Abelardo de la Espriella has emerged victorious with 49.66% of the vote. The 47-year-old criminal defense attorney, who founded his political movement less than a year ago, will assume office on August 7, 2026, bringing a new direction to South America's third-most populous nation.
A massive heat dome stalled over the continent has shattered all-time temperature records in mid-June, weeks before summer's peak. France recorded its hottest day ever with a national average of 29.8°C, while at least 40 people drowned trying to escape the heat. Scientists warn climate change is making these deadly events more frequent.
Former President Donald Trump announced that the United States has achieved total control over the vital Strait of Hormuz following a landmark 14-point memorandum signed with Iran on June 17, 2026. The agreement includes a ceasefire, reopening of the strategic waterway within 30 days, and a massive USD 300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran, with Qatar and Pakistan serving as key mediators.
Ecuador's Interior Minister John Reimberg clarified that his initial statement suggesting suicide in the death of Polish-Ecuadorian activist Monika Silva was based on preliminary police reports. The activist was found dead on June 8 in Montañita. A subsequent autopsy determined the death was violent, prompting UN calls for protection of human rights defenders.
A group of about 60 tourists from Argentina, Chile, and Europe found themselves caught in a terrifying crossfire in Rio de Janeiro's Santa Marta favela during a police operation against the Comando Vermelho criminal organization. The shootout, which began at dawn, left at least four dead and one wounded when visitors had to take shelter at a popular tourist viewpoint while bullets flew nearby.
A mass of hot air from North Africa is shattering historic records across the European continent. France is experiencing its hottest night since 1947, Spain and Italy are on maximum alert, and the UK faces temperatures up to 39°C. At least 40 people have died in France, and authorities warn this could be just the beginning of more frequent extreme weather events.
An unprecedented heatwave is sweeping through 26 European countries with temperatures exceeding 40°C. France has banned public alcohol consumption and closed 800 schools, while the United Kingdom prepares to break its all-time June record. Scientists warn these heatwaves will become increasingly frequent due to climate change.
An unprecedented heat wave is sweeping through Europe for the second time in two months, with temperatures soaring above 40°C (104°F). France has declared red alerts in over half of its territory, banned public alcohol consumption, and closed more than 800 schools. The UK braces to break its all-time June temperature record while scientists warn these extreme weather events will become increasingly frequent.
A massive warm air mass originating from North Africa is sweeping across the European continent, bringing extreme temperatures surpassing 40°C in various regions. France is enduring its hottest nights on record, while Italy has issued a maximum red alert for eight major cities. Greece actively battles forest fires as authorities warn of significant health risks for the population.
A mass of warm air from North Africa is suffocating Europe with extreme temperatures exceeding 40°C in multiple countries. France records its hottest nights in history, while Italy decreed red alert in eight cities. Authorities warn of rural fires and intense storms.
The Labour leader announced his resignation on June 22, 2026, bowing to internal party pressure. Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, emerges as the favorite to succeed him. The succession process begins July 9, and the UK will have its seventh Prime Minister in a decade.
The Labour leader announced his resignation on June 22, 2026, after losing his party's support. Andy Burnham emerges as the favorite to succeed him. The succession process will begin on July 9 and could be defined in September. The United Kingdom will have its seventh prime minister in a decade.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
