There are currently six billionaires in Colombia, the richest persons in the country, from tech to finance sector. Credit: AP / Colombia OneWho are the richest persons in Colombia? Entrepreneurship and the industrious spirit, characteristic of the Colombian people, have led to the emergence of sever
Son of former minister Rodrigo Lara, assassinated by the Medellin Cartel, asks to investigate Carlos Lehder’s involvement in the crime. Credit: Migracion Colombia.Colombia’s early release of former Medellin Cartel member Carlos Lehder has sparked outrage among victims, as they claim his crimes remai
Dua Lipa confirmed her return to Colombia as part of her Radical Optimism Tour. The artist will perform in Bogota in November. Credit: Kim Erlandsen, NRK P3 / CC BY NC SA 2.0Dua Lipa will return to Colombia as part of her worldwide Radical Optimism Tour. The British singer’s show will take place on
Gustavo Petro’s administration ordered a sharp tolls price hike across Colombia, taking effect today, April 1st. Credit: Oficina de Comunicaciones Concesionaria Ruta del Sol S.A.S. / CC BY NC SA 2.0The Petro administration has imposed a sharp toll price hike across Colombia. Starting today, fees at
Shakira and Karol G are among the top five most influential female artists of all time, according to Billboard. Credit: El Hormiguero, CC BY-NC 2.0 / World Economic Forum & Jakob Polacsek, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0Colombian superstar Shakira has been named as the most influential female artist of all time by
Colombia’s Petro claimed yesterday that part of the debt inherited from his predecessor Ivan Duque does not appear in the State’s accounts. Credit: Andrea Puentes / Presidency of Colombia.During yesterday’s Council of Ministers meeting, Colombian President Gustavo Petro denounced that part of the de
Colombia’s Petro criticized the financial authorities’ decision to maintain interest rates, pointing out that it was politically motivated. Credit: Andrea Puentes / Presidency of Colombia.President Gustavo Petro issued harsh criticism of the board of directors of the Colombia’s Central Bank, the cou
Colombia’s Cartagena International Film Festival has kicked off for a week-long celebration of national, Latin American and global cinema. Credit: Rodrigo Argenton, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons.Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, becomes the epicenter of world cinema for a week with the 64th edition
Colombia’s ELN guerrillas ruled out any option to resume peace negotiations with the government of President Gustavo Petro. Credit: Alexa Rochi, Presidency of Colombia / TV San Jorge, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia.Commanders of the National Liberation Army (ELN) guerrilla group have ruled out resuming pe
The Colombian influencer Jonatan Clay made his debut on the Paris Fashion Week runways to the rhythm of Dario Gomez. Credit: Jonatan Clay / InstagramThe Colombian influencer Jonatan Clay made his debut on the Paris Fashion Week runways, leaving attendees surprised by an emotional and symbolic musica
Colombia keeps its interest rate unchanged at 9.50% amid global economic uncertainty driven by President Trump’s U.S. tariffs. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / Colombia One.Colombia will keep interest rates unchanged at 9.50% for the next month following a central bank meeting Thursday afternoon. The d
Carol Viviana, the main suspect in the $2 million theft of the “Benedictin Rosari” Catholic relic, has been arrested in Bogota, Colombia. Credit: Public Domain (Illustrative Picture of a 19th-century Rosary)Carol Viviana, the main suspect in the $2 million theft of the “Benedictin Rosari” (Benedicti
The first Tusi lab in Bogota has been dismantled. Among those arrested was the alleged leader of the criminal organization, a man with a background in pharmaceutical chemistry. Credit: Health MinistryThe criminal group known as “Los Quimicos’’ (“The Chemists”) has finally been dismantled in Bogota,
Unemployment in February 2025 in Colombia was 10.3%, down 1.3% from last year and a value that is the lowest in a February month since 2017. Credit: A.P. / Colombia One.Colombia’s February unemployment was the lowest for this month since 2017. According to data from the National Administrative Depar
Colombia orders the release of former Medellin Cartel drug lord Carlos Lehder, who returned to the country last Friday. Credit: Migration Colombia.Colombian court ordered the release of ex-Medellin Cartel leader Carlos Lehder, stating the warrant against him had expired. Lehder returned to Colombia
General Eduardo Zapateiro, former commander of the army in Colombia (2019-2022) is alleged to have sexually harassed a female subordinate. Credit: Colombian Army.Colombia’s former army commander and retired General Eduardo Zapateiro is accused of sexually harassing a subordinate during his tenure (2
Colombia’s upcoming referendum could reshape the political landscape, as Petro’s reform agenda faces mounting challenges. Credit: Luis Ospino / Colombia OneFollowing the March 18 demonstration promoted by President Petro in support of his reform agenda, the stage is set: a referendum, or “Popular Co
Colombian entrepreneur Daniel Sierra rose from entry-level jobs in the U.S. to become Vice President of Golden Plan Choice insurance company. Credit: Courtesy Daniel Sierra Botero.Daniel Sierra Botero, a young Colombian entrepreneur, saw a major opportunity in the insurance industry after carving hi
According to the World Economic Forum, Medellin, Colombia, has reduced its average temperature by 2°C through the planting of trees. Credit: Genesis, Co1. Medellin, Colombia, has successfully reduced its average temperature by 2 degrees Celsius through the implementation of “green corridors,” or str
Cayo Serrana is a remote island in Colombia near San Andrés. This place is uninhabitable for humans due to the high presence of sharks. Credit: Nasa, CC BY-NC 2.0 / Flickr Cayo Serrana is a fascinating atoll located in the heart of the Caribbean Sea, specifically in the Archipelago of San Andres, Pr
In Colombia, there are several iconic monuments that are symbols of the country’s rich culture and history. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneColombia, a country of cultural diversity and breathtaking landscapes, is home to iconic monuments that reflect its rich history, identity, and heritage. Fr
Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro met Panama’s President, Jose Raul Mulino, at Heron’s palace in Panama City. Credit: Joel Gonzalez – Presidencia – Public Domain.Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro met Panama’s President, Jose Raul Mulino, at Heron’s palace in Panama City. Two main subjects dominate
Colombia’s President Petro has recently reintroduced the idea cocaine production legalization in Colombia, but is this proposal realistic? Credit: Colombia Presidency Public DomainColombia’s President Gustavo Petro recently made global headlines with a provocative statement: “Cocaine is illegal beca
Dallas, Texas lives and enjoys the Barranquilla Carnival. One of the most important cultural events of Colombia transcends borders. Credit: Juan Camilo Perez / Colombia OneThe Carnival of Barranquilla has gained popularity in the United States in recent years, bringing its joy and festivities to the
