Four years after abortion was decriminalized up to the 24th week of pregnancy, Colombia takes stock of the 213,000 safe procedures performed. Credit: Agustina Giraldo, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia.Four years after the Constitutional Court of Colombia decriminalized abortion up to 24 weeks of pregnancy t
Colombia counters insurgents’ US$600 drones with a US$1.6 billion anti-drone shield amid aerial asymmetry. Military drones used by the Nagorno-Karabakh Defense Army, illustrating the type of unmanned aircraft now challenging Colombia’s forces. Credit: David Stanley / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0).Ov
Shakira will perform at the Pyramids of Giza on April 7 as part of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran 2026 tour. Credit: Abel JORGE, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrColombian singer Shakira continues making history when she performs at the Pyramids of Giza Tour. On April 7, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran will arrive in
Colombian students selected for the central bank scholarship will study abroad with full funding and a binding commitment to return and serve the country. Credit: Josep Freixes / Colombia OneIn a move that underscores the long-term importance of human capital for economic development, Colombia’s cen
Robbie Williams will arrive in Colombia for the first time as part of his Britpop world tour. The British artist will perform on Sept. 20 in Bogota. Credit: Fraser Mummery, CC BY 2.0 / FlickrBritish singer Robbie Williams has confirmed his first concert in Colombia, an announcement that has generate
Credit: Andrea Puentes / Presidency of Colombia.The president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, once again alleged fraud in the 2022 legislative elections and said his coalition, the Historic Pact (Pacto Histórico in Spanish), was harmed in the vote count. The president asserted that he has “evidence” tha
Credit: LongeviQuest.From the heart of a small municipality in Colombia to the quiet of a family home in New Jersey, the story of Luis Cano builds a bridge between worlds and generations. At 111 years old, this Colombian-born man has become the oldest living person in the United States, a distinctio
In Colombia, alias “Gabriela” was sentenced to 21 years in prison for her involvement last year in the murder of Senator and presidential candidate Miguel Uribe. Credit: Colombian National Police.Colombian justice yesterday sentenced alias “Gabriela” to 21 years and two months in prison, the young w
Colombia marks the 50th anniversary of the discovery of the Lost City of Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta in 2026. Credit: katiebordner/CC BY 2.0This year marks a historic milestone for Colombia as the nation celebrates 50 years since the official archaeological rediscovery of the ancient Teyuna settlem
The National Registry of Colombia issued a formal apology this week to Juan David Perez Quintero, a blind man, after being designated as a voting jury member. Credit: Registraduria Nacional – Public Domain.The National Registry of Colombia issued a formal apology this week to Juan David Perez Quinte
Colombia’s record trade deficit exposes the limits of a resource-based economy. Credit: AMG National Trust Courtesy In 2025, Colombia crossed an economic threshold it had avoided for decades: It recorded the largest trade deficit in its recent history. According to official figures from the National
The visit of Colombia’s Minister of Mines to Venezuela opens up a possible future scenario that moves towards energy integration. Credit: Colombian Ministry of Mines.Colombia’s Minister of Mines and Energy, Edwin Palma Egea, traveled to Caracas last Friday with a clear message: Colombia wants to mov
Shakira returns to India for the Feeding India charity concert. The Colombian artist will perform in Mumbai and Delhi. Credit: J.ebey, CC0 1.0 / Wikimedia CommonsThe Colombian singer Shakira was confirmed as the headlining artist of the Feeding Concert India 2026. This year, the event will take plac
The Colombian market is assessing how the 15% global tariff imposed by the United States, announced by President Trump, will affect its exports. Credit: Genesis De la Ossa / Colombia One.The announcement by the President of the United States to raise his global tariffs to 15% following a decision by
The commander of the Colombian Armed Forces confirmed that the bombings of armed groups will continue despite the presence of minors. Credit: Ministry of Defense.In an interview with the Colombian channel Caracol TV, the commander of the Colombian armed forces, General Hugo Lopez, spoke candidly abo
The neutralization in Mexico of El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco Nueva Generacion cartel, would change drug trafficking in Colombia. Credit: A.P. / Colombia One.The death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), may have consequences that g
Discover the best universities in Colombia for international students, offering affordable tuition, vibrant campuses, and English-taught programs. The main campus of Universidad de La Sabana in Chia blends colonial-style architecture with modern facilities, attracting international students to the B
During the Korea war, a Colombian soldier saved a Korean boy from poverty, bringing him back to Colombia to offer him a better life. Credit: Gilberto Díaz Velasco – Public DomainBBC journalist Jose Carlos Cueto recently resurfaced the story of a Colombian who saved a boy’s life during the Korean War
Bogota, the capital of Colombia, is the city that hosts the tallest buildings and skyscrapers in the country. Credit: Credit: Peter Angritt / ATTRIBUTION-SHAREALIKE 3.0 UNPORTED.In recent years, Colombia has experienced significant growth in building and skyscraper construction. Bogota, the country’
Colombian artist Juan Covelli explores the Atrato River in a defiant technological artwork recognized internationally. Credit: Courtesy of Juan CovelliColombian artist Juan Covelli is internationally recognized for portraying social issues and realities through deep-rooted visual art. His most recen
The Colombian pop and rock singer Juanes has announced his World Tour 2026, which includes more than 40 confirmed dates in different countries. Credit: Teclasorg, CC BY 2.0 / Flickr Colombian singer Juanes announced his World Tour 2026, with which he will travel to several countries across Latin Ame
President Petro’s accusations against Thomas Greg & Sons cast a worrying shadow over the transparency of Colombia’s elections. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / Colombia One.Electoral transparency in Colombia has, for decades, been an issue shaped by historical tensions, territorial inequalities, and de
Several Colombian artists were honored in various categories at the prestigious Univision’s 2026 Premio Lo Nuestro. Credit: Bonnielou2013, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsSeveral Colombian artists were honored at the 8th edition of Premio Lo Nuestro, which celebrates the best of Latin music. The cer
The UN certifies Manizales as a Resilience Node in Making Cities Resilient 2030, recognizing its landslide prevention and community-driven disaster model. Manizales at dusk, showcasing the resilient Colombian city certified as a UN Resilience Node. Credit: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA).Manizales, cap
