Colombian mothers often use phrases to educate and instill discipline in their children; these expressions have become part of the country’s culture. Credit: Two Stout monks, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / Flickr In Colombia, a mother’s words are not only part of upbringing but also a key element of the country’
Learn how Colombians greet with kisses, handshakes, and body language to avoid etiquette mistakes. Physical greetings like cheek kisses and embraces are a central part of Colombian and broader Latin social culture. Understanding these unspoken rules helps visitors and newcomers build genuine connect
Figures from the National Coffee Growers Federation show that coffee exports declined between January and April of this year. Credit:Puerto de CartagenaColombia’s exports totaled US$13,809.5 million in the first quarter of 2026, a 15.5% year-over-year increase. Highlights show March as the month of
Honda began competing in the IndyCar Series in 1994 and, along with Chevrolet, is one of the two current engine suppliers. Credit: IndyCarThe mayor of Barranquilla, Alejandro Char, confirmed the city’s interest in joining the IndyCar Series calendar. According to the district administration, officia
Ivan Cepeda acknowledged corruption within the Petro administration and promised to “eradicate it” if he wins the election in Colombia. Credit: @PactoHistorico / X.com.Ivan Cepeda decided to confront one of the most sensitive issues for the Colombian left in the middle of the presidential campaign:
An Indian delegation will travel to Colombia to assess the logistics and health measures involved in transporting the 80 hippos to India. Credit: Marcos Gomez, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / Flickr.The possibility of relocating dozens of hippos from Colombia to India, in one of the most unusual wildlife operatio
For this reason, the proposals presented explored how spaces can influence the way people live, feel, and relate to their environment. Credit: www.milanodesignweek.coColombian housing designers from cities such as Monteria, Cartagena, Barranquilla, Santa Marta, Bogota and Medellin were brought toget
The departments of Risaralda, Caldas and Antioquia understood that, if they joined forces, they could move forward better. Credit reference image: www.ani.gov.coIt has been a dream for many countries and governments to connect the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The greatest achievement in that regard
Financial indicators of Nueva EPS show that it would not have the economic capacity to support the burden represented by the new patients.Credit: canalcapital.gov.coIn an administrative decision that constitutes a new blow for the government of President Gustavo Petro, the Council of State suspended
Medellin is ready to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the International Tango Festival. The city aims to officially recognize this event as Intangible Cultural Heritage of the District. Credit: Celikins, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / Flickr The city of Medellín is getting ready to celebrate the 20th annivers
The German team felt the goal against them like a blow and could not recover. Credit: @FCBayernESBayern Munich, of Colombian Luis Diaz, did not manage to overcome at home the adverse 5-4 scoreline it brought from Paris in the first leg against Paris Saint Germain (PSG). In this Wednesday’s match, th
In April 2026, 113,602 new motorcycles were registered in Colombia, representing a 40.69% increase compared to the same month the previous year. Credit: Bogota City CouncilSenator and presidential candidate Paloma Valencia proposed exempting owners of motorcycles in Colombia with a displacement of u
Luis G. Murillo withdrew his presidential candidacy to throw his support behind the ruling party’s candidate, Cepeda, in the Colombian elections. Credit: @PizarroMariaJo / X.com.Luis Gilberto Murillo on Wednesday formally announced his withdrawal from the presidential race and declared his endorseme
First arrest made in Colombia’s growing Lili Pink money laundering and smuggling investigation. Credit: @reporaso / X Account Courtesy / Public Domain For years, Lili Pink became one of the most recognizable retail chains in Colombia. Its rapid expansion across shopping malls and commercial centers
Ibague is the first city in Colombia to restrict the use of cellphones in schools. The measure prohibits cellphone use for students under 14 years old. Credit: Flickingerbrad, CC BY 2.0 / Flickr The city of Ibague has set a precedent in Colombia’s education system by becoming the first to ban the us
Rafael Orozco is considered one of the greatest performers of vallenato, and together with his group, the Binomio de Oro, he is credited with bringing the genre to an international audience, particularly in the United States and Venezuela. Credit: RTA Noticias / InstagramAn unusual event shook the w
Colombia’s gas imports jumped to 23% in 2026 and could reach 39% by year-end, raising power costs. A gas stove flame illustrates the rising cost of natural gas in Colombia, where imports are becoming more important for household energy and electricity generation. Credit: Lisa Redfern / Wikimedia Com
Noboa enters the Colombian election campaign following a conversation with opposition candidate Paloma Valencia and the reduction of tariffs. Credit: Juan Diego Montenegro, Presidency of Ecuador.The conversation between opposition presidential candidate Paloma Valencia and the president of Ecuador,
The 2016 peace agreement pits right-wing candidates Paloma Valencia and Abelardo De la Espriella against each other in Colombia. Credit: Colombian Senate / @ABDelaespriella / X.com.The latest controversy between Abelardo De la Espriella and Paloma Valencia erupted over a specific accusation: the all
In Colombia, there is practically no single corner where arepas are not prepared. Credit: National Radio of ColombiaThere are two basic debates surrounding Colombian arepas: how many kinds there are and what their true origin is. There are estimates that speak of hundreds and even thousands of types
The tropical wave is moving through Guyana, that is, close to South America. Credit reference image: www.windy.com/esThe hurricane season in the Caribbean is well defined. Normally, it runs every year from June 1 to November 30, but there are variations within this period, and on rare occasions hurr
Impact crater, observed by NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter in 2015, and rock outcrop corresponding to basalts from Gorgona Island (inset). Credits: NASA/JPL-Caltech/University of Arizona and David Tovar, PhD candidate in Sciences–Geosciences at UNAL.The Colombian island of Gorgona, in the Pacific
Trans women from different parts of the planet arrive in the capital of Atlantico to achieve that much-desired tone of voice. Credit: AscunA male voice in trans women may seem like a minor detail, but, in reality, it can also be perceived as a lack of alignment with that gender identity. It is a cha
In December 2025, the “Defensores de la Patria” campaign submitted the boxes containing the collected signatures. The National Electoral Council (CNE) emphasized that the investigation must respect due process. Credit: Facebook De La Espriella StyleThe National Electoral Council (CNE) has launched a
