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.
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Passenger claims murder suspect Jesse Wiseman, wanted for femicide of Laura Lopera, spotted on Canadian train
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”
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
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.
Death toll from devastating Chocó landslide stands at 39 lives
The devastating Chocó landslide has claimed 39 lives, prompting emergency response from Colombian authorities as heavy rains continue in the department.
Colombia rejects Petro in territorial elections turned plebiscite
Bogotá voters gave centrist candidate Carlos Fernando Galán a decisive victory at the ballot. President Petro lost support and political allies in five major cities.
A Century in Stamps: Banco de la República’s Philatelic Tribute
Celebrating a century of cultural heritage, Banco de la República honors its legacy with a philatelic collection, showcasing Colombia’s patrimony in stamps.
Fernando Botero returns to Colombia for final homecoming and tributes
In a poignant homecoming, the body of Fernando Botero returned to Colombia on Thursday and will lie in state at the Capitol until Sunday, September 24.
Medellín pays tribute to hometown artist Fernando Botero
The death of Colombian artist Fernando Botero at age 91 gave residents of his hometown Medellín the opportunity to pay a proud tribute to the legacy of the world renown painter and sculptor.
Fernando Botero (1932-2023): Of Masterpieces and Monuments
The works of the great master of the visual narrative, Colombia’s Fernando Botero, are as corpulent as they are compositions of humanity’s uncertainty.
Touring the Colombian road with food on the go
If you’re leaving town and know your curves, then there are plenty of surprises to be had on the open road. Check cholesterol levels before planning a Colombian road trip.
Andrea Landa takes on state-of-the-art techniques for Bogotá Fashion Week
Andrea Landa is the Colombian woman’s go-to label for edgy, sexy ready-to-wear garments. The Medellín-born designer hosted her first runway show at Bogotá Fashion Week.
Medellín ranks third in World’s Best Cities to visit by Time Out
Edinburgh topped Time Out’s 2022 ranking, followed by Chicago, newcomer Medellín, Glasgow and Amsterdam. Medellin beat other large cities across Latin America.
World Forum of Art, Culture, Creativity and Technology comes to Medellín
If you’re a creative or start-up, then the Great World Forum of Art, Culture, Creativity and Technology is tailored for your entrepreneurial needs.
Election fraud in Colombia? A risk too real
Colombia is inching to an abyss of politically uncertainty after serious allegations by leftist candidate Gustavo Petro that the May 29 elections will be “suspended”.
It’s batty, but cricket comes to Colombia
Cricket has its share of global followers. More than a game, Cricket Colombia has a cultural ingredient and role for students to improve their language skills.