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Inuit Art collection from Montreal’s MFA comes to Bogotá’s Museo del Oro

By Richard Emblin - November 18, 2024

Bogotá’s Museo del Oro is set to showcase Anurijuq, el viento sopla (Anurijuq, The Wind Blows), a temporary exhibition of contemporary Inuit Art. The collection on loan from the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) highlights the rich cultural heritage and evolving identity of the Inuit people, who inhabit Arctic provinces and territories of Canada.

Quibdó: At the Heart of Chocó’s Cultural and Natural Heritage

By Richard Emblin - November 16, 2024

Nestled along the majestic Atrato River, Quibdó is a vibrant city where Afro-Colombian culture, lush rainforests, and colonial history converge. The city’s malecón offers breathtaking views of the river, bustling with traditional canoes and local vendors

Under Secretary Rubio, U.S-Colombia relations take a hardline turn for Petro

By Richard Emblin - November 12, 2024

As the incoming U.S. Secretary of State, Senator Marco Rubio has been openly critical of Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s foreign and domestic policies.

Río Atrato: A watery lifeline at the heart of Colombia’s Pacific

By Richard Emblin - November 11, 2024

The Atrato River, flowing over 500 kilometers from the Farallones de Citará in Antioquia to the Gulf of Urabá, serves as a crucial waterway for Colombia’s Chocó department. As it passes through Quibdó, te departmental capital, the river becomes a bustling hub for commerce, connecting remote Afro-Colombian and Indigenous communities.

Colombia’s Petro faces isolation with Trump’s return to the White House

By Richard Emblin - November 6, 2024

Donald Trump’s return to power presents challenges for Colombia’s President Petro, whose policies on Israel and drug eradication may strain U.S.-Colombia relations, leading to potential political shifts ahead of 2026 elections

COP16 ends with urgent commitments to global conservation efforts

By Richard Emblin - November 1, 2024

COP16 concludes in Colombia, uniting global leaders and communities with a message of “Peace with Nature” and setting bold commitments for biodiversity and environmental conservation.

Colombia Curiosity: Unearthing haunted legends and Otherworldly encounters

By Richard Emblin - October 31, 2024

Colombia has its share of haunted homes, haciendas and hotels that attract curiosity-seekers and adventurers. From chilling legends, to UFO sightings, and ghostly encounters, Colombia blends history with paranormal activities.

The Mavecuri range in the Colombian Amazon

COP16: Empowering Indigenous communities with AI for biodiversity

By Richard Emblin - October 26, 2024

As Indigenous leaders gather for the First International Summit on Ancestral Knowledge and Artificial Intelligence in Colombia, a groundbreaking dialogue is unfolding between ancestral wisdom and advanced technology, setting the stage for innovative conservation efforts.

Banco de la República joins Bogotá’s Museum Night with Art, Culture, and Creativity

By Richard Emblin - October 24, 2024

The Banco de la República’s cultural spaces will participate in Bogotá’s Museum Night on Friday, November 8, by extending the hours of its venues, including the Museo del Oro, Museo Casa de Moneda, Museo de Arte Miguel Urrutia (MAMU), Casa Republicana, Museo Botero, and Casa Gómez Campuzano.

COP16 Biodiversity Summit opens in Cali with focus on “Peace with Nature”

By Richard Emblin - October 21, 2024

Colombia has officially opened the 16th UN Biodiversity Conference (COP16) in Cali, welcoming delegates from nearly 200 countries. The summit, running from October 20 to November 1, centers on the theme “Peace with Nature” and addresses critical issues such as biodiversity protection, climate action, and economic sustainability.

Bogotá heat wave and water crisis could lead to Disaster Declaration from Mayor Galán

By Richard Emblin - October 18, 2024

As Bogotá faces a water crisis with extreme heat, Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán may be forced to declare a state of emergency for the Colombian capital. With reservoirs levels at critical lows, an extended drought could lead to water shortages during 2025.

Banco de la República unveils virtual library of Brian Moser’s legacy in Colombia

By Richard Emblin - October 16, 2024

British geologist-turned-photographer Brian Moser (1935-2023) captured the lives of Colombia’s Indigenous, Afro, and rural communities. A new virtual exhibition by the country’s Central Bank – Banco de la República – showcases 1,400 of Moser’s most iconic images.

Betancourt responds to “Gafas” joining FARC dissidents: “Man of Infinite Darkness”

By Richard Emblin - October 8, 2024

Former FARC hostage Ingrid Betancourt reacted strongly to Alexánder Farfán Suárez, alias “Gafas,” rejoining dissident factions, calling him “a man of infinite darkness.” Betancourt criticized his appointment as a peace facilitator by President Petro, stating that it was evident to former captives that the move was a “farce.”

Petro and Mancuso’s hat exchange precedes a deadly weekend in Colombia

By Richard Emblin - October 7, 2024

After President Petro and former AUC commander Salvatore Mancuso exchanged hats in a bizarre ceremony for the victims of forced displacement, Colombia witnessed a violent weekend, with over 14 people killed in four separate massacres.

Colombia’s business sector gloomy of economic outlook under Petro

By Richard Emblin - September 30, 2024

Over 60% of Colombian business owners are contemplating relocating abroad due to economic instability under President Gustavo Petro, a Fenalco survey reveals. High interest rates, rising inflation, and security concerns have worsened the business climate, with leaders urging clearer economic policies for recovery.

Colombia’s Petro presents his doomsday scenario at UN General Assembly

By Richard Emblin - September 24, 2024

Colombian President Gustavo Petro, addressing the UN General Assembly, warned of global extinction fueled by war and environmental destruction. While calling for a “global revolution,” his speech was criticized for neglecting Colombia’s domestic issues, including his faltering “total peace” agenda and escalating violence in vulnerable communities.