Disaster Response & Accountability: Colombia’s 7.4 earthquake has killed at least 181 and injured thousands, with rescue teams racing against shrinking odds of finding survivors; the new government is under pressure as aid coordination and access to hard-hit communities collide with long-running poverty and conflict. International Aid Mobilization: Colombia says it has received proposals for about $1.3B in support from countries and multilateral groups, as the UN waits for an official request. Local Governance & Infrastructure: Venezuela’s Zulia state reopened the Punta Perret lighthouse in Castilletes, upgrading navigation and security with navy and regional work. Education Policy: New Zealand’s education minister released updated Science and Social Sciences curricula from Years 0–10, with stronger civics and financial education. Regional Cooperation: UNESCO convened Central and South Asia countries on implementing Education for Sustainable Development 2030. Housing Delivery: UK housing provider Bromford Flagship LiveWest delivered 2,871 new homes, including 1,135 for social rent, after a merger. Labor & Worker Protections: Australia’s Fair Work Commission set “world-leading” minimum standards for gig delivery workers, including higher hourly pay and injury insurance. Energy & Markets: Nigeria’s petroleum regulator urged West Africa to build a regional refined-fuel pricing and trading hub. Environment & Justice: Environmental groups settled a Clean Water Act case over alleged pollution into the Tijuana River, tied to plant upgrades and transparency commitments.