One of the most important collections of pre-Columbian artifacts will go on display at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. The exhibition Portable Universe: Thought and Splendor of Indigenous Colombia was first shown to audiences in Los Angeles.
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Libre elevates Colombian gastronomy to art form and beyond
Bogotá’s Libre restores faith in Colombian gastronomy, and this is truly liberating. The experimental venue of Chef Alejandro Gutiérrez, the restaurant is a newcomer to the capital’s lauded culinary scene.
Petro’s social media raises questions about leadership and democracy
Colombia’s Gustavo Petro is increasingly under scrutiny for his unfiltered use of social media and recent criticism of traditional news networks covering anti-government protests.
FARC threaten to “unleash war” after Petro ends ceasefire
FARC dissidents under command of “Iván Mordisco” have threatened to “multiply the numbers of deaths, wounded and prisoners” after President Petro breaks ceasefire.
Survivors? The mystery of Colombia’s plane crash children
The search continues for four children who appear to have survived a plane crash deep in the Amazon jungle on May 1. Despite an affirmation by President Petro that the children are alive, they have yet to be found by the Colombian Army.
ELN warns peace talks with Colombian Goverment in “crisis”
The National Liberation Army (ELN) guerrilla is threatening to abandon the peace talks in Havana, Cuba, after a declaration by President Petro to the Armed Forces.
Dónde quedó la austeridad en Colombia?
Opinión: Es imposible que el presidente Gustavo Petro sea y aparezca como líder de la transparencia, del deber ser del gobierno y, menos aún, de la austeridad.
Bogotá Fashion Week in the light of Vermeer
Showcasing the creations of 110 independent fashion designers and brands, the sixth edition of Bogotá Fashion Week was inaugurated with a collection by Humberto Cubides and his CUBEL label.
Colombia warns against irregular migration as Title 42 ends
With the end of the Trump-era immigration policy Title 42, the Colombian Government is warning citizens of the consequences of crossing the southwest border of the U.S illegally.
Colombia’s Jorge Duque a star act at Bogotá Fashion Week
With head-turning collections and trailblazing designs, Colombian fashion designer Jorge Duque Vélez is a star act in the 2023 Bogotá Fashion Week.
Petro’s approval rating hits new low with Colombia’s institutional crisis
Nine months into a new administration, Gustavo Petro’s approval rating is lower than polls conducted during the final year of Iván Duque’s presidency.
The end of Colombia’s Dijon age
France’s Dijon mustard has disappeared from supermarket shelves across Colombia after a resolution by the Ministry of Health to limit the sale of “ultra-processed” foods.
Indigenous Guard occupy Bogotá’s historic Plaza de Bolívar
In a defiant act to pressure the Colombian Congress in approving the National Development Plan and Health Reform of the government of President Gustavo Petro, some 400 members of the Indigenous Guard are occupying the steps of the Capitol.
Bogotá’s Sala de Arte Bancolombia houses rare art collection
The latest addition to Bogotá’s vibrant exhibition scene, the Sala de Arte Bancolombia houses one of the most impressive collections of artworks in the country and a real treat for foreign visitors.
Petro warns Colombians of “possible revolution”
Colombia’s Gustavo Petro made a direct challenge to the country’s democratic powers during a May Day speech in which he warned of a “possible revolution.”
NYC rebrand looks to strengthen Colombia travel segment
New York City Tourism + Conventions hosted a breakfast at the Bogotá restaurant Harry Sasson to present the new official brand of the five boroughs.