President Petro’s questioning of the reasons behind the Central Bank’s interest hikes and proposed tax on capital outflows once again devalued the Colombian peso to the USD.
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Barcú reopens in Bogotá’s historic La Candelaria
One of Bogotá’s most diverse and engaging cultural events, Barcú, opens its doors to art and music lovers with its gallery showcases, and slate of live concerts.
Blinken heads to Colombia to discuss key issues with Petro
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is en route to Colombia as part of a four-day South American trip where he will discuss key issues with newly-elected leftist leaders.
Women vandals attempt to torch Bogotá Cathedral
A group of women vandals attempted to burn the main doors of Bogotá’s Cathedral during a protest to mark International Safe Abortion Day.
Petro and Uribe meet after Colombians protest tax reform
President Gustavo Petro met his political adversary, Álvaro Uribe Vélez, for a second time since taking office. The meeting was accompanied by right-wing legislators and Minister of Interior Alfonso Prada.
Colombia – Venezuela border reopens, but Maduro absent
As Colombian President Gustavo Petro presided over the re-opening of the land border with Venezuela, anti-government protests marched through the country’s largest cities.
Nadin Ospina opening at El Museo gallery
The Galeria El Museo inaugurated three exhibits on Saturday, September 17, showcasing the works of artist Nadín Ospina, Edwin Monsalve and a women’s collective.
Bogotá’s Botanical Garden rolls out the National Orchid Exhibition
The Bogotá Botanical Garden is showcasing 1,500 varieties of Colombia’s national flower this weekend with the National Orchid Exhibition.
Mexico’s Erick Bautista takes S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy regional finals
After rounds of competition and showcasing regional dishes from across Latin America, San Pellegrino awarded Mexico’s Erick Bautista its Young Chef Academy award .
Colombia’s Petro misses meeting Biden at New York reception
Colombia’s Gustavo Petro missed a key moment during his five-day trip to New York to meet his U.S counterpart at a dinner reception hosted by Joe Biden for world leaders.
Petro and Maduro expected to meet at land border reopening
Colombia’s Gustavo Petro and Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro are expected to meet on Monday, September 26 to formalize the reopening of the international border.
Bogotá hosts No Car Day on Thursday, September 22
After a two year hiatus, Bogotá will host a No Car Day on Thursday, September 22, forcing almost two million cars off the street, as well as motorbikes.
Petro’s first UN address comes amid growing economic uncertainty
President Petro will give his first address to the UN General Assembly facing growing protests at home over illegal land occupation and economic uncertainty.
When Queen Elizabeth II hosted Colombia during a state visit
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos and his wife Maria Clemencia arrived in London this week on a historic state visit to the United Kingdom.
Cartagena’s Jean Trinh of Alquímico wins cocktail industry’s highest award
Jean Trinh, founder of the acclaimed Alquímico bar in Cartagena has received the cocktail industry’s most coveted award for outstanding commitment to sustainability and community.
Three of world’s top 10 ancient sites in Latin America
The popular travel app Visited released their World’s Top 10 ancient sites listing, with three located in Latin America.