Medellín: Very botanical Medellín’s Botanical Gardens offer outdoor lovers and nature enthusiasts an oasis of tranquility in the modern city. ALAN THOMPSON 4:24 PM ET
Freeing up obesity The World Health Organization states global obesity levels have doubled since 1980 and is the cause of market failures. THE MARK NEWS 8:25 PM ET
The boarding school choice Some 300 boarding schools affiliated with TABS showcase their campuses during a recruitment drive in Bogotá. THE CITY PAPER STAFF 9:00 AM ET
Finding employment in Colombia and two-tier foreigners Foreigners should go through the paperwork to join the ranks of formal workers in Colombia especially if the first job is not a “dream job.” ERIC WRIGHT 11:10 AM ET
The landmine shoe: Explosive design Industrial designers Lorena Cardenas and Iván Pérez believe their have a prototype of a "land mine" shoe which can save lives. KYRA GURNEY 6:53 AM ET
D.O.N good design From crafting artisinal shoes to tailoring, Alejandro Ordoñez of House of D.O.N is a designer set for a bold future. RICHARD EMBLIN 11:00 AM ET
Vélez: Hymns to Soacha Vélez reaches vulnerable youth by combining melody with social media. A musician with a Christian message. BRIAN WARD 8:56 AM ET
‘Ultimate’ friendships Ultimate Frisbee can create lasting friendships, especially for those looking to integrate into a new community. JONATHAN NEELEY 12:34 PM ET
Year of wear and tell Bogotanos have becomes more clothing conscious uniting the varied social fabric of urban living. 2:10 PM ET
Bogotá, within your reach In the new year foreigners make the decision to move to a new city. How to budget for a Bogotá move? THE CITY PAPER STAFF 7:09 AM ET
Your need-to-know of a Colombian Novena Being in “the know” of a tradition that started more than three centuries ago will make a Novena in Colombia a memorable night. THE CITY PAPER STAFF 8:32 AM ET
Medellín: Cables and rails Recognized as one of the most innovative cities in the world, Medellín makes the daily commute past of its urban culture. 1:52 PM ET
The power of choices Part of the life experience is making everyday choices. We should choose them wisely explains "Life coach" Linda Mason. LINDA MASON 10:04 AM ET
Living in a ‘green’ house An expat couple in Cauca have incorporated green initiatives to transform an already very green property. MICHAEL EVANS 2:29 PM ET
‘White City’ food festival The 11th Gastronomical Congress of Popayán opens its doors with another celebration of regional foods and diversity. MARíA CLAUDIA PEñA 2:38 PM ET
A “green” photo contest You have megapixels and memory, so taking pictures of Cundinamarca will be an exercise in environmental discovery. THE CITY PAPER STAFF 11:38 AM ET