Karl Arnerdal

Swedish Woman Shot in Lisbon, Authorities Seek Clues A Swedish woman in her 40s has been shot in Lisbon, Portugal, according to TT. The Swedish Embassy in Lisbon is in contact with the injured woman, as stated by the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs (UD). The woman was shot on Monday evening in Lisbon's Baixa district and taken to hospital via ambulance, which SVT reports. According to Portuguese media outlets, two people were seen fleeing the scene in a car. However, the motive behind the shooting remains unclear, with police in Portugal urging for information from Expressen. In an update, Swedish police are referring to UD for further information. In a recent email to SVT, UD confirmed that a 40-year-old woman was shot in Lisbon on Monday and expressed their concern but refused to provide more details due to consular secrecy. The incident highlights the ongoing security concerns in major tourist destinations like Lisbon. See article on SVT News.

Cali in Ruins: Colombian City Overwhelmed by Devastating Earthquake Cal, Colombia - Devastation Wreaks Havoc Across the City A massive earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 struck Cali in the morning, hitting one of Western Colombia's hardest-hit cities. Jens Lans and his family were forced to leave their home on the 13th floor after a nearby building collapsed due to the quake. According to Mayor Alejandro Eder, at least 20 buildings in Cali have collapsed. However, Lars managed to return to his hometown with his most precious belongings. Lars has lived in Cali for eleven years and says he knows this place like the back of his hand. He recounts how it began with a slight tremor while sitting on the couch watching TV. The shaking intensified, so they grabbed their dog under the arm and sprinted down the stairs. The earthquake has caused severe transportation delays and is a significant challenge for people trying to reach their loved ones. See article on SVT News.