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Ex-UNGRD chief claims Petro Government asked to funnel contracts to ELN

By The City Paper Staff - July 17, 2024

Former UNGRD chief Olmedo López claims Colombian officials pressured him to award contracts to the ELN guerrilla group to maintain peace talks, sparking a major corruption scandal. The Supreme Court has opened an investigation into the allegations, which implicate high-ranking members of the Petro government.

The Final Duel: Messi versus Colombia in Copa América 2024

By Taylor Lennox - July 12, 2024

Lionel Messi’s Argentina will face Colombia in the highly anticipated 2024 Copa América USA final at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on July 14. The match, kicking off at 8:00 PM (ET), promises a thrilling conclusion to the tournament.

Colombia in Copa América Final with Argentina after 1-0 Uruguay defeat

By Taylor Lennox - July 11, 2024

Colombia’s national team, Selección Colombia, secures a thrilling victory against Uruguay in the semi-final match of Copa América, setting up a highly anticipated final clash with Argentina on Sunday, in Miami.

Colombia records lowest deforestation rate this century

By The City Paper Staff - July 9, 2024

Colombia achieves record low deforestation rate in 2023 confirmed Environment Minister Susana Muhamad. The 36% drop in deforestation, marks the lowest rate ever recorded, and attributed to peace efforts and strengthened conservation agreements.

Colombia’s ELN has recruited over 100 child combatants in 2024

By The City Paper Staff - July 8, 2024

Colombia’s ELN guerrilla has recruited over 100 child soldiers in 2024, violating human rights and international law. Recent rescues reveal the ongoing crisis amid peace talks.

Colombia’s tall-ship ARC Gloria on the River Thames in London

By The City Paper Staff - July 6, 2024

Colombia’s tall-ship ARC Gloria majestically sailed through London’s Tower Bridge on the same day both Colombia and England reached the semi-finals of their respective football tournaments.

Cartagena is more than a resort town. It's an important business center in the Caribbean.

Colombia sees tourism growth and wins prestigious World Travel Awards

By The City Paper Staff - July 4, 2024

Colombia’s tourism soars with record-breaking visitor numbers in 2024, and bolstered by prestigious World Travel Awards recognizing cities like Cartagena, Medellín, Cali and Bogotá.

BAM 2024 elevates Colombian film talent and Latin American cinema

By The City Paper Staff - July 3, 2024

The Bogotá Audiovisual Market (BAM) celebrates its 15th anniversary from July 8-12, 2024, with an expansive agenda showcasing Colombian talent and Latin American cinema, featuring international guests, new industry initiatives, and regional outreach.

Blues en el Balcón festival set to rock Sevilla for fifth year

By The City Paper Staff - June 28, 2024

Sevilla’s Blues en el Balcón Festival returns for its fifth year from June 28-30, promising a vibrant celebration of blues music and cultural exchange at the heart of Valle del Cauca.

Colombia’s JEP calls for investigation into alleged illegal surveillance of Magistrates

By The City Paper Staff - June 25, 2024

Colombia’s JEP urges Attorney General Luz Adriana Camargo to probe alleged illegal surveillance of magistrates by the National Intelligence Directorate as phone-tapping scandal widens.

Hiking Boyacá’s majestic El Consuelo páramo

By Richard Emblin - June 24, 2024

The páramo of El Consuelo in the departments of Boyacá and Santander is a majestic high-altitude wetland that draws attention for its unique biodiversity and ancient frailejón plants. Local conservation efforts are underway to protect this vital ecosystem from climate change and human activity.