"Over two hundred people have died and more than 3,000 are missing after the earthquake in Colombia. It was shocking. The whole city fell around us," said Mónica Sánchez, who survived the quake, to the AP.
WorldPeru and Mexico are resuming diplomatic relations after a month-long rift, the countries announced in a joint statement.
World politicsCan a prince from Jordan overthrow Gianni Infantino from the throne? If FIFA is to get a new president, it will not come from Europe. Asia is the key continent now, says former football chief Lars-Christer Olsson.
FootballFIFA President Gianni Infantino's now-scrapped plans to sell parts of the World Cup, among other things, drew heavy criticism. Several influential bodies within the football world have turned against the president, while many also support him. This is what happened:
FootballMexico is backing FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid the storm surrounding his leadership. The new World Cup host is part of the North and Central American confederation, which is said to be siding with Europe against Infantino.
FootballA Mexican influencer was shot dead while broadcasting live outside a restaurant in the state of Sinaloa.
WorldA 21-year-old Swedish man identified as a leader in the criminal gang environment has been arrested by Spanish police. He is suspected of, among other things, aiding and abetting murder and attempted murder.
CrimeA high-ranking gang member has been arrested in Spain, according to information to SVT News. The man is believed to be a member of the criminal Dalen network.
CrimeE-commerce giant Amazon will receive around $600 million in customs refunds.
BusinessThe international football federation FIFA will continue the process of consulting on the sale of shares in, among other things, the World Cup, the federation announced, saying the issue has been misrepresented. “Nobody should sell football. It is not something we would ever consider,” FIFA wrote.
FootballArgentine President Javier Milei is demanding that foreign citizens who "express hatred" be able to be expelled from the country.
WorldUEFA is boycotting all FIFA tournaments as long as the plan to sell shares in the World Cup is in place. Now the European football association is also getting support from Concacaf, the football confederation for North and Central America and the Caribbean.
FootballArtist Pär Gunnar Thelander has died, the family tells Dagens Nyheter.
EntertainmentAlmost 675,000 hot dogs and more than 5.5 million beers were purchased by the more than 6.8 million spectators who attended this summer's World Cup at stadiums in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
SportsWhite goods manufacturer Electrolux reported better-than-expected results for the second quarter. However, the company says demand remains subdued.
BusinessElizabeth Strout, Douglas Stuart, Marlon James and Rebecca Perry are among the authors nominated for this year's Booker Prize.
EntertainmentDishonest arguments and an attempt to whitewash reality. FIFA President Gianni Infantino's attack on World Cup critics is being dismissed. Infantino is avoiding the main criticism, says sports policy analyst Stanis Elsborg.
FootballSlovenian referee Slavko Vincic is ending his career on a high. His last assignment was to referee the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
SportsIn a 15-page Instagram post, Gianni Infantino, president of the International Football Federation (FIFA), attacks critics of this summer's World Cup, accusing them of spreading hatred and false rumors instead of celebrating the tournament.
FootballDaimler Truck Holding raises its full-year forecast. A more favorable situation regarding US tariffs is helping. But second-quarter profit was lower than expected, according to preliminary figures from the German truck manufacturer.
CarsThe mayor of the town of Temoac in central Mexico has been shot dead at the local city hall, authorities said on Wednesday.
WorldSevere stomach pain, diarrhea and vomiting have affected guests who have visited the fast food chain Taco Bell in the US, among others. The culprit is believed to be pre-cut lettuce - but according to some, also Donald Trump.
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