Colombia’s coca farmers revolt over crop substitution
Criminal groups are challenging Colombia’s crop-substitution program and coca farmers claim not enough incentives are being offered for legal alternatives.
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Valuable Fernando Botero bronze stolen from Parisian gallery
A beautiful bronze by Fernando Botero has been stolen from a Parisian gallery in full view of security cameras. The work titled 'Maternity' is valued…
Former Clinton aide Joseph Macmanus slated as U.S Ambassador to Colombia
The 30-year career diplomat and former aide to Hillary Clinton, Joseph Macmanus has been named by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, as a candidate for…
Bogotá reeling from strikes in the air and on the ground.
First the Avianca pilots strike, and now the yellow cabs. Bogotanos are facing transportation havoc as two strikes affect their productivity and connectivity.
Avianca issues pilots ultimatum as carrier hires foreign crews
Almost a month after 730 Avianca pilots walked-off the job, the nation's largest carrier has issued an ultimatum to the union.
Cartagena “Sex Island” tour raises ire of local tourism authorities
A video promoting an "all inclusive" sex vacation for 30 men with 60 prostitutes has Cartagena's tourism authorities on alert. Tourists identified with the tour…
Santos to UN: Colombia paid “high price” in drug war
In his final address to the United Nations, President Santos reminded world leaders of his country's sacrifice in the war on drugs and need for…
Coca surge and decertification threat tops Santos-Trump agenda
On the eve of the 72nd UN General Assembly, President Donald Trump has summoned four South American leaders to discuss regional issues, including the crisis…
Colombia: Peace, economic woes and a contested political future
An unprecedented list of candidates have announced plans to run in the 2018 presidential race. The economy and an anti-corruption platform will determine who comes…
Pope Francis begins historic five-day visit to Colombia with message of reconciliation
Pope Francis arrived Wednesday afternoon in Colombia's capital as part of a five-day trip to spread a message of hope and reconciliation as the country…
Ortega Díaz abandons Colombia for U.S., amidst Santos – Maduro dispute
After fleeing Venezuela, ousted Attorney General Luisa Ortega is heading to the U.S. By granting the lawmaker safe passage, Santos and Maduro remain embroiled in…
Venezuelans dream of home on Bogotá streets
As Venezuelans decide to stay and fight or escape the spiral of violence, Bogota?'s Venezuelan community is expressing frustration over conditions in their homeland.
Cienaga Grande to be included in Ramsar’s Montreaux Record
The Ministry of Environment is petitioning the Ramsar Secretariat to include the country’s largest coastal freshwater lagoon, Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta, in its endangered…
Avianca suspends all flights to Venezuela immediately citing security concerns
Avianca has suspended all flights to Venezuela citing security and operational limitations. The measure scheduled for August 16 goes into effect immediately.
Colombia’s flag to be raised in Tour de France in honor of nation’s Independence.
As Colombia's cyclists endure the alpine stage of the Tour de France, the nation's flag will be raised in honor of the country's 207th Independence…
Electronics “scrutiny” goes into effect on all U.S inbound flights from Colombia
Colombia's Civil Aeronautical Authority announced that as of July 19 all electronics will be subject to additional screening on flights heading directly to the United…