Global Roundup: Quakes, Storms, Politics, and Sport
A concise look at major world events: earthquakes, a hurricane, political moves, and sporting upsets.
Here is a look at the day's major stories from around the globe.
Rescue Efforts Continue After Devastating Quakes
In Colombia, hopes of finding survivors are fading five days after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the western part of the country. Rescue teams are recovering more bodies from collapsed buildings as the death toll and number of missing continue to rise.
Meanwhile, in eastern Indonesia, a magnitude-7.7 earthquake has forced the evacuation of around 5,000 people. The quake has killed at least 51 people, triggered landslides, and blocked roads, hampering relief efforts.
Storm and Politics in the US
Hurricane Lala has left more than 40,000 utility customers without power in Hawaii. The National Hurricane Center has warned of "life-threatening" conditions as the storm approaches with strong winds and heavy rain.
In political news, the Democratic National Committee has officially selected South Carolina as the first state to vote in the party's 2028 presidential primaries.
Business and Economy
Epic Systems, a major healthcare database company holding medical records for hundreds of millions of Americans, is reportedly facing an antitrust investigation by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
In a separate development, data shows German companies cut their investments in the United States to a three-year low in the first half of 2026, amid uncertainty in transatlantic trade relations.
Culture and Entertainment
Four artworks by 15th-century painter Antonello da Messina have been stolen from the Museo Regionale di Messina in the artist's hometown. Separately, Disney and Square Enix previewed the upcoming "Kingdom Hearts 4" video game at a fan convention in Anaheim, celebrating the franchise's 25th anniversary.
Sports Highlights
In cricket, Bangladesh secured a landmark nine-wicket victory over Australia in Darwin, their first-ever Test win in Australia. In swimming, Australia's Lani Pallister won the 800m freestyle at the Pan Pacific Championships, ending Katie Ledecky's long unbeaten run in the event.