The 14-member crew of MAUI OCEAN were threatened at knife-point by locals from the island of Barú after they refused to purchase a tourism package. The Colombian Navy responded to the emergency.
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Touring the Colombian road with food on the go
If you’re leaving town and know your curves, then there are plenty of surprises to be had on the open road. Check cholesterol levels before planning a Colombian road trip.
Senator Rubio asks US to stop extradition of “peace manager” Mancuso
U.S Senator Marco Rubio has asked the Biden administration to deny Colombia’s extradition request of former AUC warlord Salvatore Mancuso after named “peace envoy” by President Petro.
Panama refutes Petro’s claim of Panama Canal “drought”
Amidst claims of a drought-induced Panama Canal closure by Colombian President Gustavo Petro, tensions have surged between the neighboring countries
Colombia earthquakes leave Bogotá residents rattled and exhausted
On Thursday, at 12:04 pm, a powerful 6.1 earthquake rocked the Colombian capital for close to three minutes. The event was followed by 46 aftershocks throughout the day, leaving residents rattled and exhausted.
US Embassy in Bogotá issues security advisory to citizens
The US Embassy in Bogotá has issued a security advisory to citizens relating to the presence of terrorist organizations and transnational criminal organizations in the country.
Stepfather of rescued Colombian plane crash girls arrested for sexual abuse
The National Attorney General’s Office has arrested the step-father of two of the indigenous girls who were rescued after 40 days lost in the Colombian Amazon.
Colombia’s Banco de la República issues 10,000-peso Commemorative Coin
Step into Colombia’s rich maritime history with the Colombian Naval Battle Commemorative Coin—a tribute to the fearless seafarers who championed the nation’s independence.
Historic! Colombia in World Cup quarter-finals against England
Colombia will face England on Saturday in the Women’s World Cup quarter finals after a goal by team captain Catalina Usme against Jamaica.
Nicolás Petro arrested for money laundering and illicit enrichment
Nicolás Petro, son of Colombian President Gustavo Petro, has been taken into custody, along with his ex-wife Carmen Daysuris Vásquez, to face charges of money laundering and illicit enrichment.
United for Wildlife launches Latin America Chapter in Santa Marta
The launch of United for Wildlife’s Latin America chapter in Santa Marta, Colombia, included the release of endangered marine species back to their natural habitat.
Colombia’s Nevado del Ruíz volcano releases giant fumarole
The Nevado del Ruíz’s volcano activity continues despite a yellow alert issued by the SGC. On Thursday a giant fumarole soared 2,300 meters from the mountain’s summit.
Bogotá’s Metro unleashes latest feud between Petro and López
The future of the First Line of the Bogotá has again elevated political tensions between Colombian President Gustavo Petro and Bogotá Mayor Claudia López. The latest feud threatens to pull government funding.
Colombia’s Petro offers ex-AUC’s Mancuso role as “peace emissary”
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has offered former AUC commander Salvatore Mancuso, and inmate of the US justice system, a role as “peace emissary” to help secure his “total peace” agenda.
Avalanche in Quetame, Colombia, claims at least 14 lives, some 20 missing
The Colombian Army and Civil Defense are leading search and rescue operations in Quetame, Cundinamarca, after a powerful avalanche struck this remote Andean municipality.
Banco de la República inaugurates centenary with reopening of Casa de Moneda
Colombia’s Central Bank – Banco de la República – launches its centenary celebrations with the reopening of the old mint Casa de Moneda in Bogotá.