Colombia Earthquake Response: President Abelardo de la Espriella invoked an “economic emergency” to speed earthquake relief and reconstruction after a 7.4 quake killed at least 265 people and injured thousands, with aid packages and support for families and small businesses moving fast. Cross-Border Lessons: AP compares Colombia’s quicker mobilization with Venezuela’s slower, more civilian-led response to earlier quakes, highlighting gaps in state capacity. Mexico Justice for Creator Murder: Mexico’s federal Attorney General took over the case of influencer César Gastélum, killed during a livestream in Culiacán; prosecutors say they have video from the attack and restaurant security footage. Drug Trafficking Meets Pop Culture: Ecuador police seized 469kg of cocaine near the Colombia border in a shipment marked with Erling Haaland stickers; the driver was arrested. Sports & Media Moment: Lionel Messi returned to Inter Miami after his father’s death but the club was knocked out of the Leagues Cup by Mexico’s León, sparking a wave of tributes online. Brazil Campaign Soundtracks: Reuters reports Brazil’s presidential race is leaning into catchy funk and anthem-style campaign jingles as candidates ramp up outreach.