Today marks the completion of the merger between Tigo and Movistar, creating the second-largest telecommunications operator in Colombia. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / Colombia One.Colombia confirms this Wednesday, Feb. 4, a development that will mark a before and after in the telecommunications mark
American rapper Doja Cat will perform in Colombia for the first time with her Ma Vie World Tour, with a show in Bogota. Credit: NRK P3, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrAmerican singer and rapper Doja Cat has confirmed dates for her highly anticipated Ma Vie World Tour, which will bring her show to Colombia
The Gulf Clan suspended peace talks with Colombia following Petro’s meeting with Trump and collaboration on anti-drug policy. Credit: Office High Commissioner Peace.The Gulf Clan, the largest criminal organization operating in Colombia, announced on Thursday its intention to suspend the talks it has
The United States is considering removing Colombia’s Petro from the Clinton List in the middle of the year, following the meeting with Trump on Feb. 3, 2026. Credit: Juan Diego Cano / Presidency of Colombia.Several issues remained unresolved after yesterday’s successful meeting between Colombian Pre
Colombian President Gustavo Petro provided President Trump with a high-value target list of drug lords during their meeting at the White House. Credit: The White House. Colombian President Gustavo Petro provided US President Donald Trump a high-value target list of drug lords during their meeting at
Top 5 Colombian coffee brands loved worldwide: Juan Valdez, Oma, Sello Rojo, Quindio, and San Alberto. Popular Colombian coffee brands: Juan Valdez, Oma, Sello Rojo. Credit: Felipe Quijano / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).Colombia’s coffee exports are worth US$1.2 billion annually, and five Colomb
In his meeting with Trump, Colombia’s Petro proposed a trilateral deal with Venezuela on clean energy, following Maduro’s departure. Credit: Juan Diego Cano / Presidency of Colombia.Beyond the restoration of political rapport between Colombia and the United States, Gustavo Petro’s visit to the White
Santa Marta and Cartagena have closed their beaches indefinitely due to the heavy swell affecting Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Credit: William Zarza, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsSanta Marta and Cartagena de Indias announced they indefinitely closed their beaches due to a strong, heavy swell pheno
The meeting between Colombia’s Petro and U.S. President Donald Trump concluded with an agreement to tackle drug trafficking. Credit: Juan Diego Cano / Presidency of Colombia.After the pivotal meeting held this morning between Colombian President Gustavo Petro and his U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump,
President Donald Trump signed a commemorative photo with President Petro, saying, “I love Colombia,” after their White House meeting. Credit: Gustavo Petro – Presidente de Colombia. US President Donald Trump and Colombian President Gustavo Petro have seemingly put aside their differences and complet
Cali and Medellin are leading destinations for plastic surgery in Colombia. These cities have several accredited clinics and certified specialists. Credit: BestInPlastics, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsMedellin and Cali have positioned themselves as two of the leading destinations for plastic surg
Minnesota United is in advanced talks with Colombian James Rodriguez over a proposed deal to bring the playmaker to Major League Soccer. Credit: Copa2014.gov.br, CC BY 3.0 BR/WikimediaMinnesota United is in advanced talks with Colombian Captain James Rodriguez over a proposed deal to bring the playm
In Colombia, you can apply for paid leave due to the death of a pet if your company has this benefit established, since there is not yet a mandatory law. Credit: Federicootthfotografia, CC0 1.0 / FlickrColombia recently opened the way for paid leave for to the death of a pet. Although there is still
The historic meeting between Colombia’s Petro and President Trump proceeds in an atmosphere of apparent cordiality. Credit: Juan Diego Cano / Presidency of Colombia.The historic meeting at the White House between Colombian President Gustavo Petro and his U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump, is moving for
After presenting its quarterly report, the U.N. Verification Mission in Colombia made its recommendations for security during the elections. Credit: Vanya25, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia.The United Nations Verification Mission in Colombia issued its recommendations to ensure security conditions ahead of
A mother and her child died after the collapse of three homes in Santa Marta, Colombia, due to heavy rains. The city is under red alert. Credit: Fabulousfabs, CC BY-NC 2.0 / FlickrSanta Marta is going through one of the most severe winter emergencies of recent months. In the early hours of Feb. 3, 2
Beyond political issues, today’s meeting between Petro and Trump will shape the future of trade relations between Colombia and the U.S. Credit: Genesis De La Ossa / Colombia One.At Tuesday’s meeting at the White House between United States President Donald Trump and his Colombian counterpart, Gustav
Just hours ahead of the Petro–Trump meeting, the time has come to assess the erosion of U.S.–Colombia relations. Credit: South Carolina National Guard / Public DomainThe relations with the U.S. is a crucial element in Colombian domestic and foreign policy. As the US is Colombia’s oldest ally, it has
Colombian authorities extradited Andres Felipe Marin Silva, the leader of the criminal organization “La Inmaculada,” to the United States. Credit: Ministerio de Justicia In a high-security operation early this morning, Colombian authorities extradited Andres Felipe Marin Silva, the notorious leader
The meeting between Presidents Petro and Trump shouldn’t be surprising, given the long history of Colombian Presidents visiting the US. Credit: Rob Young – CC-BY-2.0 via FlickrThe upcoming meeting between President Gustavo Petro and U.S. President Donald Trump, scheduled for today, February 3, has s
President Gustavo Petro arrived in the U.S. early Monday morning to begin a four-day official visit, headlined by a meeting with President Trump. Credit: Presidencia de Colombia.President Gustavo Petro arrived in the United States early Monday morning to begin a high-stakes four-day official visit,
A renowned American public relations and lobbying firm arranged tomorrow’s meeting between Gustavo Petro and Trump at the White House. Credit: Andrea Puentes / Presidency of Colombia.The White House is preparing to receive President Gustavo Petro this Tuesday for a meeting that has captured the atte
The Barranquilla Carnival is one of the largest cultural festivals in Colombia — follow this guide to enjoy the event. Credit: Louis Vest, cc-by-nc-2Colombia’s Barranquilla Carnival 2026 is already shaping up, with a program featuring more than 800 free events included in its official agenda.This fe
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and ICE have identified at least 351 Colombian citizens as part of its “worst of the worst”. Credit: usicegov – public domain via Flickr.The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and ICE have identified at least 351 Colombian citizens as part of it
