Colombia’s Magdalena valley guards a deep seismic secret
The Magdalena River valley guards a seismic secret that has prevented - so far - Bogotá, and other large cities, from bearing the full brunt…
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Colombia drops below 19,000 active COVID-19 cases
Colombia continues with a downturn in new cases of infections and deaths from coronavirus. The death toll from the virus will surpass 126,000 this week.
Colombia’s per day COVID-19 cases lowest since June 2020.
Colombia registered the lowest per day cases in COVID-19 infections since June 2020. The deceleration comes as vaccine coverage extends to minors age 12 to…
Colombia’s indigenous leaders urge COVID-19 vaccines given track record with tropical viruses
As nations grapple with anti-vaxxers, Colombia's indigenous peoples are rallying communities to get inoculated given experience with tropical viruses.
Colombia home to 20 percent of world’s butterflies
Colombian biodiversity includes 3,642 species of butterflies, number close to those that exist on the African continent confirms a new research.
Colombia begins vaccinating its over 80 population
Colombia's National Vaccine Program has begun inoculating the over 80 population with the arrival of the second shipment of 50,310 doses from Pfizer.
Colombia’s National Parks under threat from gold mining and ranching
Illegal activities in National Parks is accelerating deforestation. Artisanal mining and cattle ranching among the environmental predators.
Colombia’s traditional trades included in UNESCO’s safeguarding register
The Colombian methodology of apprentice-teacher learning and work schools for peacebuilding has been included in UNESCO's Register of Good Safeguarding Practices.
Colombia’s eco-warrior “Artemisa” combats deforestation in nation’s parks
Artemisa is the new frontline of a military campaign to combat deforestation across Colombia, particularly in National Parks. The offensive also targets animal traffickers.
Colombia’s Bicentenary: What to do in Bogotá on 20 de Julio
Veinte de Julio falls on a Saturday and national holiday that commemorates 200 of Independence. Here, some cultural events, as well as the celebrated parade.
Fernando Urbina and the Spanish Conquest in Rock Art
Fernando Urbina has dedicated 40-years of research to Colombia’s ancient rock art. His discovery of petroglyphs in remote territories show the first contact between conquistadores…
Colombia’s passport recognized as Safest in the World by experts
Security experts at the eID Forum in Estonia awarded the Colombian passport top award for security features, as well as stunning visuals.
Scinax Caprarius: Goat sounding frog discovered in Colombia
The Humboldt Institute has announced that a peculiar frog has been discovered in the humid forests of the Magdalena River valley: the goat sounding Scinax…
Five Balkan nations eliminate short-stay visas for Colombians
Five Balkan nations have announced the elimination of visa requirements for Colombians visiting their countries as "short stay" tourists.
Spain to work with Colombia in recovery of San José galleon
Colombia and Spain have reached an agreement to work together in the recovery of the legendary San José galleon.
Colombia’s tourism continues to increase setting new record in 2018
Colombia's travel industry continues to grow, reveals a report by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism (MinCIT). Cruise ship tourism in the sector that…