Colombia Unveils Its Initial 55-Player Squad for the 2026 World Cup

Colombia Unveils Its Initial 55-Player Squad for the 2026 World Cup

Colombia has released an initial list of 55 players selected for the 2026 World Cup, from which the final 26-man squad will be chosen. Credit: Colombian Football Federation.The Colombian national team has finalized its preliminary roster for the 2026 World Cup. Head coach Nestor Lorenzo unveiled on

Colombian Researchers Confirm Rare Case of Twins With Different Fathers

Colombian Researchers Confirm Rare Case of Twins With Different Fathers

The Population Genetics and Identification Group at the National University of Colombia uncovered the first scientific case in the country of heteropaternal superfecundation, a phenomenon where a woman gives birth to twins with different fathers. In August 2018, a woman requested DNA testing to esta

Colombia Cuts Dollar Debt Dependency, Saving 80 Basis Points on Costs

Colombia Cuts Dollar Debt Dependency, Saving 80 Basis Points on Costs

Colombia cuts its dollar debt dependency to 25%, saving 80 basis points by issuing bonds in pesos, euros, and francs. The shift reduces exchange-rate exposure and gives the government more room to manage public debt costs. Credit: Jhoan Baron / ColombiaOne (AI-generated picture). For editorial use o

Nicky Jam Performed on Bogota Public Transit in Colombia

Nicky Jam Performed on Bogota Public Transit in Colombia

Nicky Jam made a surprise appearance on the TransMilenio, the public transportation system in Bogota, the capital of Colombia. Credit: TransMilenio.The daily routine of thousands of passengers in Bogota was unexpectedly interrupted this Tuesday when singer Nicky Jam appeared inside an articulated bu

Colombia Can Watch 2026 World Cup Matches in Movie Theaters

Colombia Can Watch 2026 World Cup Matches in Movie Theaters

Colombia will be able to watch Colombia national team matches during the World Cup in movie theaters, as well as other important tournament matches. Credit: Chidorian, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / Flickr Football fans in Colombia will have a new way to experience the excitement of the 2026 World Cup. The cinem

Colombia Receives 52 Nominations at the 2026 World Travel Awards

Colombia Receives 52 Nominations at the 2026 World Travel Awards

Colombia received 52 nominations at the 2026 World Travel Awards, and voting will remain open until June 12. Credit: Monica Cruz R, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrColombia once again stood out on the international tourism stage after receiving 52 nominations at the 2026 World Travel Awards, considered the

Colombia’s Narco Past: How Colombians Really Feel

Colombia’s Narco Past: How Colombians Really Feel

Discover how Colombians really feel about Colombia’s narco past, from narco tours to the Netflix effect on identity. Rather than glorifying the violence for entertainment, many locals prefer to honor the victims at memorial sites like Medellín’s Parque de la Vida, which was built exactly where carte

Ángela Hurtado: J.P. Morgan’s Voice on Colombia’s Investment Crisis

Ángela Hurtado: J.P. Morgan’s Voice on Colombia’s Investment Crisis

J.P. Morgan’s Ángela Hurtado warns about Colombia’s investment crisis as foreign capital drops ahead of 2027 elections. The Wall Street bank’s local operations have maintained profitability and expanded their legal standing, even as the broader country faces a multi-year decline in foreign direct in

Jeffrey Epstein Was in Colombia in July 2002

Jeffrey Epstein Was in Colombia in July 2002

Colombia’s immigration authorities confirmed that Jeffrey Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell were in Colombia in July 2002. Credit: Unknown, Public Domain / Picryl.Colombian immigration authorities officially confirmed that American financier Jeffrey Epstein was in Colombia in July 2002, du

The Atoms for Life Law: Colombia in Search of Its Scientific Sovereignty

The Atoms for Life Law: Colombia in Search of Its Scientific Sovereignty

Representative Maria del Mar Pizarro (left) and Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Yesenia Olaya Requene (right) during the filing of the Nuclear Bill: Atoms for Life. Credit MincicenciasThe Senate of the Republic of Colombia anticipates approving the Atoms for Life bill before the end o

Colombia’s External Debt Surges by US$30 Billion to 55% of GDP

Colombia’s External Debt Surges by US$30 Billion to 55% of GDP

Colombia’s external debt—both public and private—increased by $30 billion over the past year, reaching 55% of GDP. Credit: Felipe Restrepo Acosta, CC BY 3.0.Colombia’s external debt grew again and in February reached one of its highest levels in recent years. According to figures released by the Cen