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
Falcao Garcia plays for the Colombian local team Millonarios and could play in the World Cup if he shows continuity at his club. Credit: Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA 4.0 license.After years of speculation about his sports future, Colombian football legend Radamel Falcao Garcia could be on the verge of
Colombia’s Petro signed a new decree maintaining the 23.7% increase in the minimum wage after a week of political and popular unrest. Credit: Ovidio González / Presidency of Colombia.The president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, signed a new decree yesterday, maintaining the 23.7% increase in the minimu
Credit: Cbsuram, CC BY 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsThe Colombian salsa group Grupo Niche will perform at the Hollywood Bowl on July 15. The performance will mark a new milestone in the legendary ensemble’s international career, as it takes the stage at one of the most emblematic music venues in the Unite
Bad Bunny will perform in Asia for the first time in a special concert in Tokyo as part of Spotify’s Billions Club Live series. Credit: Courtesy / Sorel BolivarThe Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny will perform in Asia for the first time, with the artist set to take the stage on March 7 in Tokyo. The pr
Bad Bunny will star in a film for the first time: Porto Rico, a production directed by Puerto Rican singer and producer Residente. Credit: Courtesy / Sorel BolivarThe Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny is taking a new step in his artistic career by starring in a feature film for the first time. The artis
Colombia transforms sugarcane waste into rural energy, generating power and biofuels that stabilize the grid and support local communities in Cauca. Sugarcane bagasse, the fibrous residue left after juice extraction, serves as a key renewable fuel source for power cogeneration in Colombia. Credit: K
Tensions on the left continue to rise in Colombia, as Roy Barreras gains union support and the Pact calls for a boycott of the primaries. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / Colombia One.Just over two weeks before the March 8 legislative elections and presidential primaries in Colombia, tensions are risin
Colombian-born activist Ana Maria Archila was appointed head of the New York Office of International Affairs by Mayor Mamdani. Credit: Anamariaforny, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia.New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani appointed Colombian Ana Maria Archila as head of the city’s Office of International Affair
Netflix announced the fourth season of the Colombian series Eva Lasting, which will conclude the story of Eva Samper and Camilo Granados. Credit: Netflix Ilustrative PurposeNetflix announced the premiere of the fourth and final season of the series Eva Lasting, which will be released on March 18. Th
Economic analysts’ inflation projections for the end of 2026 in Colombia remain well above the 3% target as the basis for the annual CPI. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / Colombia One.In the latest expectations survey published by the central bank of Colombia and cited by several financial market analy
Voters can now check polling stations, candidates and jury assignments in seconds through the National Civil Registry’s new WhatsApp chatbot ahead of the March 8 elections. Credit: Brett Jordan / CC BY 2.0Weeks before 2026 elections — being the closest ones on March 8, when congressional elections a
The Bora Indigenous community, settled in the Colombian Amazon is at risk of physical and cultural disappearance. Credit: alobos life, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrThe Bora Indigenous community, settled in the Colombian Amazon, is at risk of disappearing. These native people, who live mainly in the depar
Ash Wednesday is a Christian tradition, deeply rooted in Colombia and Latin America, which follows Carnival and marks the beginning of Lent. Credit: Nelo Mijangos, CC BY-NC 2.0 / Flickr.Carnival has ended. After days of celebration, parades, and music in the streets, the Catholic calendar marks a ch
Colombia opened an investigation into alleged irregularities by judges who acquitted former President Uribe in the second instance. Credit: PP Comunidad de Madrid, CC BY 2.5.The National Judicial Disciplinary Commission of Colombia opened an investigation into three judges who participated in the de
Colombia announced the temporary closure of Tayrona Park, one of the most popular tourist destinations on the Caribbean coast. Credit: Felipe Floresti, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / Flickr.The Colombian government ordered the temporary closure of Tayrona National Natural Park, located within the jurisdiction of
Throughout the year, Colombia celebrates several cultural events that attract massive attendance, such as the Barranquilla Carnival and the Cali Fair. Credit: BeardyFace, CC BY 2.0 / FlickrEvery year, Colombia celebrates cultural events at different times of the year, which are among the most-attend
The highly anticipated Major League Soccer debut of Colombian star James Rodriguez is in jeopardy following reports of a delay in his U.S. work visa processing. Credit: Copa2014.gov.br, CC BY 3.0 BR/WikimediaThe highly anticipated Major League Soccer debut of Colombian star James Rodriguez is in jeo
