The tragedy in Putumayo has shown Colombians that this country can come together in the face of a natural disaster and efficiently coordinate humanitarian relief efforts.
On Sunday the death toll climbed to 234 with many persons still reported missing after an avalanche devastated the Putumayo capital Mocoa. Rescue efforts were suspended during the night due to more rainfall.
President Santos has ordered more emergency relief to the city of Mocoa in the Putumayo after three rivers broke their banks early Saturday causing a landslide. Hundreds remain missing.
Photos of the landslide that struck the capital of Putumayo in southern Colombia Saturday morning killing more than 150.
President Santos has declared a state of emergency after visiting the disaster zone caused by a landslide. The death toll Saturday morning stood at 112 with 400 injured.
Thousands to protest Saturday against the economic policies of President Santos, corruption allegations, and the peace accord with FARC.
Claudia Hakim was recently named director of the country’s most important contemporary arts museum, MamBo. This accomplished artist and former gallery owner is bringing change to a landmark space.
Two entrepreneurs opened a kitchen to prepare food that makes us feel good physically and mentally. Best of all, the dishes are creative and can be delivered to your desk.
Even though the winter has to officially begin, most of Colombia is experiencing heavy rainfall prompting authorities to issue a “red alert” for floods and mudslides.
There are plenty of reasons to get stressed out with the state of the economy and ongoing corruption scandals. But maintaining a sense of humour is necessary for living in Colombia.
“Bogota? is the Romantic Russia” is one of the most anticipated cultural events in a year in with an unprecedented line-up of international performers are coming to the capital.
The award-winning British photojournalist Malcolm Linton gave The City Paper a preview of his most recent essay: photographs of the final days of FARC.
Despite a sharp increase in hectares planted with the illegal coca crop, the top counternarcotics official William Brownfield praised the excellent U.S.-Colombia relationship.
A Colombian soldier has turned his life, and near death, into a harrowing documentary of survival and enduring faith in his country.
For many Holy Week means time on a beach or lounging poolside. But in Colombia, where the sacred and profane co-exist, Semana Santa is an opportunity to experience tradition.
Colombian photographer Carlos Pineda spent years documenting the art of chiva bus design in the coffee region to discover unique mandala designs.