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Rescuers call for silence around earthquake rubble as window for survival narrows in Colombia

23 Sept 04:09 Key points summarised by AI

Rescuers in Colombia are making urgent calls for silence to detect signs of life amidst rubble from a 7.4 magnitude earthquake, as the critical 2-3 day survival window rapidly closes.
The devastating quake has claimed over 280 lives, left hundreds missing, injured thousands, and significantly damaged nearly 76,000 homes, affecting over 44,900 families.
Despite dwindling probabilities, search teams and volunteers persist in their efforts, with some reporting faint sounds indicating potential survivors, while the government coordinates a robust response.
President Abelardo de la Espriella's government is deploying extensive resources and receiving substantial international aid, showcasing a swift and organized disaster management effort that contrasts with a recent response in neighboring Venezuela.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.