Colombia: Peace at “lowest point” International mediators have called on FARC to de-escalate the violence in order to salvage Colombia's prospects of peace. RICHARD EMBLIN 6:57 PM ET
An all-out peace “offensive” Recent military action against FARC may induce a bilateral ceasefire faster than pundits have predicted. ALDEN PYLE 10:00 AM ET
Measuring Morality: The “Good” Country Index Simon Anholt's Good Country Index measures how much each country contributes to humanity and the planet. THE MARK NEWS 6:42 AM ET
The French initiative on Palestine A diplomatic offensive by France to resolve the Palestinian crisis seeks to put result ahead of process. THE MARK NEWS 6:58 AM ET
Airbnb: A runaway success? Airbnb cuts into the global hospitality industry by offering affordable accommodation, but Colombia has yet to feel the impact. AMY RIDOUT 3:32 PM ET
Jaramillo: “Peace is achievable” Colombia's High Commissioner for Peace, Sergio Jaramillo, referred to the current state of the peace process during a talk at Oxford. THE CITY PAPER STAFF 3:05 PM ET
A Leap Of Faith: Islam’s growing popularity “Islam” and “Christianity” are simply labels that we apply to extraordinarily diverse forms of identity, belief, and practice. THE MARK NEWS 9:48 AM ET
The U.S domestic drone debate While supported abroad for counterterrorism operations, the use of drones in the US remains limited and an issue of debate. THE MARK NEWS 9:35 AM ET
Two Colombian composers win prestigious song competition Colombian songwriters Kevin Rooke and Andro Sánchez are honoured at the U.S-based International Songwriting Competition. THE CITY PAPER STAFF 11:56 AM ET
Santos on FARC: “This is the war we want to end” An attack by FARC rebels in Cauca which killed 11 soldiers could resume bombardments against camps and directly threatens the peace talks. RICHARD EMBLIN 1:30 PM ET
Favela children reach for the stars In Rio's City of God, children are reaching for the stars with the help of NASA and Mars Academy project. THE MARK NEWS 1:23 PM ET
Is it everyone’s peace? Colombians remain divided on many issues surrounding the peace process, such as transitional justice, land repatriation and impunity. ALDEN PYLE 9:45 AM ET
Pope Francis and his historic trip to Colombia Pope Francis' planned trip to Colombia in 2017 sends a message of the need for peace and reconciliation as the government of President Juan Manuel… THE CITY PAPER STAFF 2:53 PM ET
No Es Fácil: Cuba and the U.S The current détente will bring economic benefits for Cubans, yet many are worried about U.S. political and ideological intentions. THE CITY PAPER STAFF 1:08 PM ET
Still no end to Schengen? While Spain has shown political will to lift Schengen visa requirements for Colombians and Peruvians, "technical problems" persist. THE CITY PAPER STAFF 2:31 PM ET
Havana’s litmus test for peace In an historic initiative from Havana, both FARC and Government commit to begin clearing Colombia of landmines. RICHARD EMBLIN 4:29 PM ET