Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as Colombia’s president, succeeding Gustavo Petro, and signalled a shift towards a tougher stance on armed groups. The new leader has pledged to cut government spending by 40% and reshape the approach to narco-terrorism, claiming dialogue options are exhausted.

Fear is rising over a potential mutation of the Ebola virus as cases surge in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where over 1,800 deaths have been reported.

Tennessee’s recent primaries reflected the impact of redistricting, with incumbent Representative Andy Ogles ousted in District 5 and significant changes in District 9, now leaning Republican. Senator Marsha Blackburn secured the Republican nomination for governor, aiming to succeed Bill Lee in the upcoming election.

A heavily pregnant shopkeeper was assaulted and robbed in her store in Argentina, with the attackers fleeing in a red Peugeot Partner van after the incident.

At least six people have died and 15 others have been injured in a school shooting at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in Thailand, involving a 14-year-old suspect.

Brazil’s federal police have formally charged 16 individuals linked to Voepass airline regarding the 2024 plane crash near Sao Paulo that claimed 62 lives. Accusations include negligence and safety breaches, with additional allegations of failing to record technical issues. Prosecutors will decide on potential charges later.