An exhibition tributing the 250 years of the birth of Humboldt with works by contemporary artists is on display at the Universidad Nacional.
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FARC’s Santrich rearrested after suicide attempt in Bogotá’s La Picota
FARC’s former peace negotiator and member of the Secretariat has been released from La Picota after a suicide attempt.
Colombia on offensive against sex offenders with new database
The Colombian government has implemented a database for citizens to consult the names of sex offenders, and one to control tax evasion by foreigners.
Big Picture: The umbrellas of Calle Angosto in Cartagena
Photographer Louis Vest captured this image of umbrellas in the historic quarter of Getsemani, Cartagena, home to artists’ studios and art-nouveau boutique hotels.
Two-day strike underway in Colombia, mobility in Bogotá impacted
A nationwide strike is underway in Colombia by trade union groups and student organizations. Mobility in all major cities will be impacted, especially in Bogotá where the largest protests have gathered.
Expedition to Colombia’s Vaupés discovers 18 species new to science
An expedition by Colombia BIO and the Amazon Research Institute, SINCHI, has confirmed 18 new species to the world of science.
Bogotá intensifies vaccination campaign after isolated chicken pox outbreak
The mayoralty is encouraging residents to get vaccinated free of charge against chicken pox after a recent outbreak of the virus.
Big Picture: Waiting for the chiva in Jardín, Antioquia.
Photographer Pedro Szekely brings us a stunning image of the villagers in Jardín, Antioquia basking in the sunlight, and town known for its colorful architecture.
Capurganá: Tourism at the edge of the Darien Gap
A trip to Capurganá offers visitors a chance to enjoy the intense nature of the Darien Gap, while enjoying a Caribbean hideaway.
Colombia’s Health Ministry signs pact to eliminate malaria in the country
An initiative by the Ministry of Health aims to eliminate malaria in Colombia’s Pacific communities before implemented in other disease-prone regions.
S.Pellegrino Young Chefs ready to showcase Colombia’s culinary talent
The prestigious Young Chefs competition by the Italian sparkling water company San Pellegrino is calling on Colombia’s culinary talents to make their mark on the world stage.
The Ópera de Colombia presents Madama Butterfly at Teatro Mayor
Puccini’s legendary Oriental love story of Madama Butterfly comes to the Teatro Mayor with an international cast.
Canadians welcome to visit Colombia with “Reciprocity Fee” reversal
After four years of charging Canadians a “Reciprocity Fee” upon arrival in Colombia, the government of Iván Duque reversed the decision, starting May 1, 2019.
More bad air for Bogotá: License plate restriction back in effect
For the second time in a month, Bogotá has issued a Yellow Alert deteriorating air quality and enacted the Environmental license plate restriction until Monday, March 11.
Colombia presents new travel campaign #YOVOY at Anato trade fair
The most important travel fair in Colombia opened Wednesday with the presentation of the government’s new campaign to incentivize travel by Colombians in their country.
Lima Group backs new sanctions against Maduro, rules out military option
U.S Vice-President Mike Pence attended the 11th session of the Lima Group in which he announced new sanctions against the Maduro regime, yet members ruled out a military option.