Colombia’s high-altitude wetland Sumapaz got its first snowfall in more than 60 years, turning this mountainous region into a winter wonderland.
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Colombia begins a peaceful transition of power
After four years in opposition, President-elect Gustavo Petro met his political adversary President Duque to start the country’s peaceful transition of power.
LACMA hosts The Portable Universe of Colombia’s indigenous cultures
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art LACMA is hosting a groundbreaking exhibition of works showcasing the diversity and materiality of ancient Colombian cultures.
FARC dissident “Gentil Duarte” killed in Venezuela
One of Colombia’s “most wanted” criminals, alias “Gentil Duarte”, and founding member of the Second Marquetalia, was killed during raid in Venezuela.
Unlawful entries to U.S from Colombia surge in recent months
Colombians are joining the growing ranks of illegal immigrants from other nations attempting to the enter the U.S by the crossing the southern border.
Leonor Espinosa named World’s Best Female Chef 2022
One of Colombia’s most celebrated culinary figures and owner of Leo restaurant in Bogotá, Leonor Espinosa, achieved the prestigious title voted on by experts as World’s Best Female Chef 2022.
Indigenous occupation of Bogotá’s National Park ends
Eight months after 1,200 members of Colombia’s indigenous peoples occupied Bogotá’s National Park, the district began relocating the settlers to temporary shelters.
Colombia presents road map to build offshore wind farms
Colombia presented a definitive version of the nation’s offshore wind road map, and first to be developed in South America. The country has the potential to generate 9 GW by 2050.
Colombia’s MinCultura launches online course in Orange Economy
The Ministry of Culture has launched a free online course in Orange Economy for industry professionals, and available also in English for international participants.
U.S student Giulianelli voluntarily leaves Colombia after detention
Political science student María Elizabeth Giulanelli voluntarily left Colombia after the Attorney General’s Office dropped charges she attacked anti-riot police during the April 28 protests.
Colombia heads to Seoul as Guest Nation at Book Fair
Korea has reciprocated the invitation as Guest Nation at Bogotá International Book Fair (FILBo) by hosting Colombia with its own pavilion in Seoul as part of its international book fair.
“Passengers are requested to mind the mule upon arrival…”
For many living in some of Colombia’s remote regions, including Los Llanos Orientales, the DC-3 continues to be their dream liner.
Severe weather in Colombia causes floods and landslides
Severe weather across Colombia has caused the country’s largest waterways, Magdalena and Cauca, to break their banks, resulting in widespread flooding.
Hit the art gallery trail with ARTBO Weekend 2022
Take full advantage of the art gallery circuit this weekend, with the all in-person event ARTBO Weekend 2022. More than 50 exhibition spaces are participating.
The American Women’s Club 2022 Mother’s Day bazaar
The American Women’s Club hosted a two day bazaar at Club FAC to celebrate Mother’s Day, welcome newcomers to Colombia’s capital and a highlight of the 2022 calendar.
Ministry of Culture offers free digital library to Colombian homes
The Ministry of Culture has launched a platform to offer more than 150 free books to Colombian homes. The ebooks were curated by the Colombia’s National Library.