Earthquake Aftermath: A 7.4-magnitude quake hit western Colombia near San José del Palmar, triggering building collapses and rescue operations across cities including Pereira, Manizales, Cali and Quibdó; officials reported at least 22 deaths (earlier figures ranged from 20 to 47 as reports updated), with people trapped under rubble and aftershocks feared. Aviation Disruptions: Colombia suspended flights at multiple airports, including Pereira, Manizales, Quibdó, Armenia, Cartago and Buenaventura, pending structural checks. Armenia Politics: Armenia’s parliament finalized committee leadership posts and redistributed committee seats, with Aram Vardevanyan elected deputy speaker. Church Trial: The trial of Catholicos Karekin II and related bishops continued amid protests and claims of political pressure. Foreign Ministry Move: Armenia offered to arrange a meeting with Veronika Zonabend, wife of Ruben Vardanyan, who is imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Tech & Education: TUMO opened its third creative technologies center in Buenos Aires, expanding AI-focused classes for teens. Regional Infrastructure: Opposition MP Artur Hachatryan said Armenia’s communications unblock requires political responsibility from neighbors, pointing to specific rail links. AI Industry Watch: A Curaçao gaming regulator-linked investigation raised questions about Random Systems’ Armenia deal and oversight capacity.