The Colombian capital, Bogotá, is grappling with a surge in cases of the COVID JN.1 variant with ICU occupancy reaching 80%. Health authorities on alert with infectious variant.
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Tourists urged to stay calm with shark sightings in San Andrés
A shark sighting near the shore of San Andrés’s Spratt Bight beach sparks a marine conservation appeal from Coralina, urging calm and respect for the delicate balance of the archipelago’s ecosystems.
Barranquilla stripped of hosting 2027 Pan American Games
Barranquilla loses hosting rights for the 2027 Pan American Games due to contract breaches, sparking controversy and first political storm of 2024 for Colombia’s Petro
Galán charts ambitious course for Bogotá during inaugural address
Carlos Fernando Galán unveiled his ambitious vision for Bogotá, prioritizing security, mobility, and economic resilience during his inaugural address on Monday Colombian capital’s new Mayor.
Barranquilla tributes hometown Shakira with swaying bronze sculpture
The Colombian coastal city of Barranquilla has proudly unveiled a 6.5-meter (21.3-foot) statue along its main promenade honoring the internationally acclaimed singer and songwriter Shakira.
Bogotá’s El Dorado Airport faces migrant crisis, African minors abandoned
Bogotá’s El Dorado Airport is at the epicenter of a growing humanitarian crisis after the abandonment of two African minors. As health and sanitation concerns escalate among the majority of stranded African passengers, a daily influx of some 200 migrants, aiming to reach the United States via Central America, has authorities on alert.
Christmas in Colombia: Traditions that date back centuries
Novenas are an integral part of Christmas celebrations in households throughout Colombia. The nightly recitations are complemented by children’s games and the joyous singing of villancicos.
Leon Tovar unveils artistic showcase in Bogotá’s Atrio Tower
Renowned New York gallery León Tovar lights up the Bogotá skyline with an avant-garde exhibition featuring Peruvian maestro Jaime Miranda-Bambarén’s ‘Semillas’ at the Atrio Tower.
Bogotá illuminates Christmas in festive splendor
The Colombian Capital, Bogotá, transforms into a mesmerizing Christmas wonderland, Illuminating the city with enchanting lights and festive cheer. From Velitas to Constellations, residents and visitors can embark on a luminous Journey through a dazzling array of holiday celebrations.
Expoartesanías 2023 and Colombia’s rich handicraft traditions
Expoartesanías, Colombia’s most important arts and crafts fair, is set to dazzle visitors with edition 33, and scheduled to take place from December 7 to the 20 at the Corferias exhibition grounds in Bogotá.
Colombia’s Liberal Party leaves Petro Government coalition
In a defiant letter to President Gustavo Petro, former President César Gaviria and head of the Liberal Party, announced that the party will leave the government coalition.
Buenaventura welcomes first Cruise Ship with 400 passengers
Buenaventura, Colombia, received its first cruise ship with 400 tourists when the MS Hamburg docked Wednesday in the Sociedad Portuaria.
Bogotá taxis threaten to blockade airport during strike
Bogotá faces mobility gridlock as the largest taxi association vows to disrupt key intersections, including access points to El Dorado International Airport on Wednesday, November 22.
Colombia to cut arms purchases from Western nations that support Israel
Colombia’s Gustavo Petro has threatened to cut off all arms purchases from Western nations that support Israel, in response to PM Netanyahu’s “genocide” in Gaza.
Colombia’s Ecopetrol anticipates production rise in 2023 as profits dive
Colombia’s Ecopetrol anticipates a boost in oil production for 2023 despite a sharp drop of near 47% in net profits. The energy giant is looking to diversify its alternative, low-emissions portfolio.
Colombia officially declares start of El Niño phenomenon
Anticipating soaring temperatures and drought conditions, Colombia’s IDEAM has officially declared the start of the El Niño phenomenon.