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Colombian neurologist Francisco Lopera, pioneer in Alzheimer’s research dies at 73

By Richard Emblin - September 12, 2024

Renowned Colombian neurologist Dr. Francisco Lopera Restrepo, a pioneer in early-onset Alzheimer’s research, passed away on September 10, 2024, in Medellín. His groundbreaking work on the mutación paisa advanced global understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and led to significant clinical trials aimed at preventing the devastating condition.

Colombia unites to honor Fernando Botero, one year after his death

By The City Paper Staff - September 9, 2024

Colombia commemorates the first anniversary of Fernando Botero’s death with month-long tributes at the Botero Museum, Museum of Antioquia, National Museum, Bancolombia Art Room

Medellín’s Best and (Not So Best) Bars: A Sip of the City’s Scene

By Lauretta Alonge - August 16, 2024

Medellín’s bar scene is as diverse as the city itself, offering a taste of everything from laid-back beer havens to rooftop escapes with a view.

Bogotá and Medellín rank among World’s Least Walkable Cities

By The City Paper Staff - July 25, 2024

Amsterdam has been named world’s most walkable city, while Colombia’s Bogotá and Medellín rank among the least walkable, according to new AllClear study.

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.

Medellín leads Colombian cities with Venezuelan migrant population

By The City Paper Staff - June 21, 2024

Colombia’s second-largest city – Medellín – now hosts over 240,000 Venezuelan migrants, making up 10% of its population, amid concerns over rising xenophobia and declining tourism and hotel occupancy.

BFW celebrates 35 years of iconic elegance: Olga Piedrahita

By Richard Emblin - May 21, 2024

Renowned designer Olga Piedrahita celebrates 35 years at the helm of Colombia’s fashion industry, marking her legacy with elegance and innovation. The Medellín-born designer will receive a lifetime recognition at the inauguration of Bogotá Fashion Week.

An agent from Migración Colombia expels a foreigner at José María Cordova airport near Medellín. Photo: Migración Colombia.

Colombia’s Migración cracks down on travelers with records of sex abuse

By The City Paper Staff - May 20, 2024

During the five months of 2024, Colombia’s second-largest city, Medellín, has seen the deaths of 26 foreigners, with cases ranging from suicides, drug overdoses, medical complications, homicide, and natural causes. Two cases are being investigated, pending forensic analysis to determine the exact causes of death. On Sunday, May 19, the Metropolitan Police of the Aburrá […]

More than a million marched in Colombia against President Petro

By Richard Emblin - April 23, 2024

Massive nationwide protests in Colombia, with over one million marching against Petro, marred by President’s dismissive social media posts.

Medellín launches sex abuse prevention campaign for foreign visitors

By Richard Emblin - April 16, 2024

The Mayoralty of Medellín has launched an ambitious campaign to deter foreigners from engaging in illicit activities while visiting the departmental capital of Antioquia.

Medellín seals Gotham Hotel after U.S citizen lured underage girls

By The City Paper Staff - April 1, 2024

A five-star boutique hotel in Medellín has been closed for 10-days after a U.S citizen was spotted inside the establishment with two underage girls.

Staying safe in Colombia with a silent predator: Scopolamine

By The City Paper Staff - March 14, 2024

Authorities in Bogotá, and Colombia’s other cities, are reporting a surge in scopolamine-related crimes, urging heightened vigilance among residents and foreign travelers.

Medellín’s “Fico” Gutiérrez looks to ban short-term apartment rentals in crime crackdown

By The City Paper Staff - March 12, 2024

As part of a city-wide crackdown on organized crime and human trafficking, Medellín Mayor Federico Gutiérrez was proposed a ban on short-term apartment rentals to visiting outsiders.

Passenger claims murder suspect Jesse Wiseman, wanted for femicide of Laura Lopera, spotted on Canadian train

By The City Paper Staff - March 10, 2024

A witness who was traveling in the same VIA Rail train from Vancouver to Winnipeg claims to have identified the murderer of 20-year-old Laura Lopera. Lopera’s body was discarded inside a suitcase in Medellín.

Canada urges visitors to Colombia to exercise “high caution”

By The City Paper Staff - February 15, 2024

Canadian government issues high-level travel advisory for Colombia, urging citizens to exercise caution due to persistent crime levels, with specific warnings on border areas and heightened vigilance against sexual exploitation of minors in Medellín.

Canadian fugitive lead suspect in murder of Colombia’s Laura Lopera

By The City Paper Staff - February 12, 2024

Canadian Jesse Wiseman identified as suspect in the femicide of 20-year-old Laura Lopera in Medellín, Colombia, as her body is discovered in a suitcase; international efforts underway for his arrest.