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Monumental Rock Art discovery along the Colombia-Venezuela Orinoco River
British and Colombian archaeologists have uncovered monumental 2,000-year-old rock art along the Colombia-Venezuela Orinoco River, revealing a sophisticated prehistoric society.
U.S South Com’s General Richardson pledges support to Colombian democracy
General Richardson of the U.S. Southern Command pledges support for Colombian democracy, during a hand-over ceremony of 10 military bridges to bolster emergency response capabilities.
No more olé: Colombian Congress passes bill banning bullfighting
Colombian Congress passes historic bill banning bullfighting, marking a significant victory for the animal rights movement after decades of legal obstacles.
The best of the Petronio Álvarez Festival at Teatro Mayor on Saturday, June 1
Catch the highlights of the Petronio Álvarez Festival’s top performers at Teatro Mayor this Saturday, June 1, featuring acclaimed Afro-Colombian musical talents. Tickets available now for this celebration of Pacific music
Colombia’s Army in full-scale operation against FARC dissidents
Colombia’s Armed Forces have initiated a large-scale military operation targeting FARC dissidents in the departments of Cauca and Valle del Cauca. This operation comes in response to the EMC’s attack on Morales early Monday.
The Last King of the Gaita: Remembering Manuel “Toño” García
The renowned cumbia musician Manuel “Toño” García, and last founding member of Los Gaiteros de San Jacinto, passed away at 94 in his hometown on the Colombian coast.
Colombia: Cauca under attack from FARC dissidents
Colombia’s Armed Forces are engaged in combat with FARC dissidents of the EMC after Monday’s attack in Miranda, Cauca. Over 72 hours the southwest of Colombia has witnessed unprecedented violence.
Colombia’s Migración cracks down on travelers with records of sex abuse
During the five months of 2024, Colombia’s second-largest city, Medellín, has seen the deaths of 26 foreigners, with cases ranging from suicides, drug overdoses, medical complications, homicide, and natural causes. Two cases are being investigated, pending forensic analysis to determine the exact causes of death. On Sunday, May 19, the Metropolitan Police of the Aburrá […]
Cali’s iconic Pan de Bono takes top honors as World’s Best Bread
Cali’s Pan de Bono has been crowned as the World’s Best Bread, according to the Taste Atlas rankings, and elevating an iconic dough of Colombia’s culinary excellence to global audiences.
Colombian economy posts modest 0.7% growth in Q1 2024, lowest in four years
Colombia’s economy grows 0.7% in Q1 2024, the slowest in four years, amid market uncertainty under President Gustavo Petro’s administration.
Bogotá Fashion Week 2024 celebrates Colombian design and entrepreneurs
Bogotá Fashion Week is a celebration of Colombian culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship. With its vibrant energy, innovative designs, and commitment to sustainability, BFW 2024 will continue to elevate urban fashion onto the global stage.
Colombia’s Fernando Trujillo named Nat Geo’s 2024 Explorer of the Year
Colombian biologist and environmentalist Fernando Trujillo has been named the National Geographic Society’s 2024 Explorer of the Year. Trujillo’s Omacha Foundation works in the Colombian Amazonia to protect the pink river dolphin.
Ex-AUC paramilitary Salvatore Mancuso granted freedom by Bogotá Court
Former paramilitary commander of the AUC, Salvatore Mancuso, has been granted freedom by Bogotá’s High Court after serving a mere two months in La Picota prison. Mancuso was appointed as a “peace envoy” for leftist President Petro.
Former Dutch guerrilla’s amnesty ratified by Colombia’s JEP tribunal
Colombia’s Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP) reaffirmed amnesty for the former Dutch guerrilla combatant of FARC, Tanja Marie Nijmeijer, marking a milestone in her legal status and reintegration process with the post-conflict.
Bogotá to stage nine Festivals at the Park with environmental messages
With a strong environmental message from the mayoralty, Bogotá will stage nine Festivals at the Park during 2024.