Colombia recorded a 5.6% growth in international maritime traffic during the first quarter of 2026. The country reached 2,754 vessel arrivals at its terminals. Credit: Titosvary, CC-BY-NC-SA-2.0 / FlickrColombia’s port system began 2026 with positive figures in international maritime trade. Accordin
Colombia urges 2026 World Cup travelers to get a measles shot before June, and host nations report active outbreaks. Health authorities set up free vaccination stations at El Dorado Airport and major bus terminals, and they race to protect departing fans before the tournament begins. Credit: Jhoan B
Colombia attracts thousands of international students each year who want to learn Spanish in its most accessible form. Linguistic experts highlight the highland dialect of Bogotá, known for its clear, flat intonation and fully pronounced consonants, as one of the most phonetically neutral varieties
An Australian artist has captivated social media by sharing illustrations of Colombia’s traditional flavors and some of the country’s customs. Credit: mmmyoso, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrFrom enchanting juices to traditional dishes that evoke nostalgia, an Australian content creator has found in Colomb
A disappearance has reignited the debate over illegal cosmetic clinics in Colombia, a country with a strong reputation in the industry. Credit: Pixabay.The disappearance of a 52-year-old woman in Bogota has once again reignited in Colombia a debate that resurfaces time and again whenever a tragedy l
The typical dishes of Colombia’s Santander department are among the most notable in the country, with mute being particularly representative. Credit: Public DomainThe gastronomy of the Santander department, located in the heart of the Andes Mountains in north-central Colombia, stands out for its fla
Nómada 22 in downtown Neiva uses a hidden entrance and a digital access system to run as a fully automated boutique hotel. Credit: Nómada 22 / Facebook. For editorial use only.Omar Andrés Atuesta, a 36-year-old industrial designer from Colombia, built Nómada 22, a fully automated boutique hotel in t
The Candelaria Desert, located in Boyaca, Colombia, is a unique tourist destination that combines arid landscapes, colonial history, and cultural experiences. Credit: Nathaa, CC BY-NC 2.0 / Flickr In the heart of Boyaca, surrounded by Andean mountains, artisan towns, and rural roads, lies one of Col
The so-called “Dubai Papers” scandal has revealed the ties between Belgian tycoon De Croy—nicknamed “the Black Prince”—and Colombia. Credit: Sergio Boscaino, CC BY 2.0 / Flickr.The international scandal known as the “Dubai Papers,” a leak of documents concerning alleged tax evasion and money launder
Luis Diaz “crowns” James Rodriguez during a match, after the latter scored a goal. Credit: El Chiringuito via Facebook.With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to be played across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Colombian fans are once again daring to dream. The national team has regained credibility
Sachica is the town in Colombia that consumes the most beer, and it is even said to be the town with the highest beer consumption in the world, with 190 liters consumed per person each year. Credit: Irma Beltran ColombiaOne.Sachica has earned a unique place in Colombian popular culture for an unusua
Andres Fernandes León incorporates haute cuisine techniques into traditional Colombian dishes. Credit: CascajalThe Colombian-French chef Andres Fernandes Leon joined the Maîtres Cuisiniers de France (MCF) association after a unanimous vote at the World Congress in Seoul, South Korea. His appointment
More than 1,180 auditors and observers will participate in monitoring the presidential elections in Colombia to ensure transparency. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / ColombiaOne.More than 1,180 national and international auditors and observers will oversee Colombia’s presidential election scheduled for
Colombian circus artist Julian Moreno tells ColombiaOne about his journey from life on the streets to the global stage and Cirque du Soleil. Credit: Courtesy Julian Moreno.Julian Moreno is a Colombian circus artist who has performed on some of the most acclaimed stages in his field, including the fa
Colombia ranked first in the Global Big Day for the fifth consecutive year, with the country recording 1,566 species during the birdwatching event. Credit: ProAves Colombia, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrColombia occupied first place in the Global Big Day. Colombia once again solidified its position as on
Medellin is one of the cities in Colombia with the best nightlife destinations in the country, offering a wide variety of nightclubs. Credit: Illuminau, CC-BY-NC-SA-2.0 / FlickrMedellin is considered the world capital of reggaeton, and it is also one of the cities in the country with the best nightl
The open conflict between various dissident groups is affecting thousands of people in southern Colombia during the election season. Credit: @FARCEP_ / X.com.The open war between dissident factions of the former FARC led by alias Ivan Mordisco and alias Calarca once again plunged southern Colombia i
With 15 days to go before the first round of voting, polls predict an uncertain outcome in Colombia’s presidential election. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / ColombiaOne.Just 15 days before the May 31 presidential first round, polls in Colombia continue to paint an uncertain political landscape, marked
With the new technology, the procedure is performed via the endovascular route, inserting a catheter through the femoral vein until it reaches the heart. Credit: UnimediosIn what represents one of the most significant advances for the Hospital Universitario Nacional (HUN), the healthcare center impl
for the upcoming presidential elections, 342,315 appointed polling jurors correspond to employees of private companies. Another 223,942 are students, 125,381 are teachers, 123,536 are public officials, and 35,697 are supporters of political organizations. Creddit: registraduria.gov.coThe polling jur
During the first 13 days of May 2026, significantly warmer-than-usual conditions were recorded in different regions of Colombia. Credit: www.car.gov.coThe latest technical analysis by the national government on the El Niño phenomenon indicates that the probability of it becoming established in Colom
In the manufacturing industry, the first-quarter GDP results reflect the manufacturing of motor vehicles and other vehicles. Credit: dnp.gov.coColombia’s economy posted growth of 2.2% in the first quarter of 2026, remaining below the growth recorded in the same period of 2025, which was 2.5%. For ma
Colombia could import half of its gasoline for internal consumption by 2031, industry groups warn. Credit: AP ColombiaOneColombia could face a profound transformation in the way it supplies the fuels that power its economy. If current trends continue, the country may be forced to import nearly 50% o
A study reveals that 70% of microbusinesses in Colombia are owner-operated: bakeries and neighborhood stores play a key role. Credit: Reg Natarajan, CC BY 2.0 / Flickr.Seven out of every ten microbusinesses in Colombia are operated directly by their owners. That was revealed by the latest Microbusin
