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 in Venezuela.
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Sustainable architecture for modern education building in Bogotá
The award-winning San Francisco architects McDonough + Partners will break ground in Bogotá with a futuristic and ecological project for EAN.
Editorial: “Thou shalt not steal”
Pope Francis’ recent trip of Colombia was marked by a huge outpouring of affection and millions of faithful attending religious services across the country. But will the message of reconciliation and anti-corruption hold?
San José: From Potosí to a shallow grave near Cartagena
Who gets to keep the treasure from the San Jose? galleon is a recurring debate that has continental twists and turns, as well as a chain smoking deity in Bolivia smiling.
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 a bitter dispute.
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.
Is $3,000 Colombian pesos to U.S our new “normal”?
The collapse of Venezuela may give a boost to Colombia’s energy sector, helping reverse the devaluation trend of the peso. In the meantime, $3,000 appears to be the new normal.
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.
Colombians taking to the skies in record numbers
Colombia’s airlines are on the offensive to lure passengers with better deals and the line between low-cost and traditional is blurred by competition.
Miyamoto brings its earthquake expertise to seismic Colombia
The earthquake engineering firm Miyamoto International has announced the opening of a Bogotá office to offer expertise on risk management and disaster relief strategies.
Bogotá hosts Eighth Edition of BAM Audiovisual Market
Bogotá Audiovisual Market (BAM) hosts France this year as the guest nation. Events include screenings, lectures with BamTalks, workshops and business opportunities for industry professionals.
Colombia’s San José galleon to be recovered in joint venture states Santos
Two years since the San José was discovered in Colombian waters, the legendary galleon’s vaults have been identified by the recovery teams working as part of a joint venture.
Colombia’s peso slides against US dollar as global oil prices tumble
As prices for Brent crude dropped to US$45 per barrel, the Colombian peso broke through the 3,000 benchmark, and highest in 7-months.
Sancha Inchi: The Next Superfood from Colombia?
An innovative social business is introducing a new superfood to the world and reshaping Colombia’s rural economy.
Colombia’s Avianca to start operating within Argentina starting July
After years of negotiations, Colombia’s flagship carrier Avianca can begin operating domestic routes as of next month within Argentina.
Editorial: A Matter of Perception, But Let’s Move Forward
Last month’s meeting between U.S President Donald Trump and Colombia’s Juan Manuel Santos, revived the ghost of decades past when the only talking point was drugs. Can we move on?