Aviation Tragedy in Chocó-Bogotá: Colombia’s president confirmed the crash site of a Cessna T206 and said all five people aboard were found dead, ending a three-day search after a health mission flight between Condoto and Bogotá. Earthquake Recovery, Community Fundraising: “Mahjong for Colombia” brought together Colombian and Venezuelan organizers and local businesses, raising over $1,000 to support families rebuilding after recent earthquakes. U.S.-Colombia Drug Politics: The U.S. removed Venezuela from its “failed demonstrably” drug-control list for the first time in decades, and Trump said he may consider lifting Colombia’s status if Colombia makes progress on coca eradication and dismantling narcoterrorist networks. Education Warning for the Region: A new PISA 2025 analysis says Latin America’s secondary students are stuck in a low-quality learning trap, with big gaps versus OECD peers in reading and math. Sports Spotlight: Colombia’s Ángel Barajas won gold in the men’s horse at Santa Fe 2026, while Venezuela’s Adickxon Trejo took bronze; meanwhile, Colombia’s James Rodríguez announced the end of his international career after 15 years. Diplomacy Note: Colombia’s vice president, José Manuel Restrepo, will represent the country at the UN General Assembly in New York for the first time without the president present.