Hundreds of South-Florida-based Colombians woke up early on Friday to go to the consulate in Miami to cast their early votes in what is set to be one of the most critical elections in the country’s history. Credit: Luis Felipe Mendoza / Co1Hundreds of South-Florida-based Colombians woke up early on
A new orchid species, Epidendrum juaicaense, was discovered in Colombia. Learn about this purple and green flower. Credit: Gobernación de Cundinamarca.A new flower bloomed into scientific recognition with a new orchid species discovered in Colombia. The Epidendrum juaicaense made its debut in scient
Following a 10-minute video call with candidate De la Espriella, Ecuadorian President Noboa announced that he is lifting tariffs on Colombia. Credit: @ABDELAESPRIELLA / X.com.Less than 48 hours before the first round of Colombia’s presidential election, scheduled for Sunday, May 31, Ecuadorian Presi
“Criminal groups have strengthened throughout these four years, and there are open confrontations in various regions of the country:” InSight Crime. Credit reference image: @FuerzasMilColThis week, the country learned of terrifying information: around 50 people, including several minors, died in cla
Colombia exports INVIMA-certified medicines from 100+ plants to 20+ countries, generating jobs and innovation. The container ship Maersk Hanoi exemplifies the global logistics network used for Colombian pharmaceutical exports. Credit: Petar Milošević / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).Colombia suppl
Coffee Engineering is the only academic program of its kind in Colombia, and the other five are structured around it. Credit reference image: Government of TolimaThe department of Huila, in central Colombia, is not only the country’s leading coffee producer, contributing nearly 19% of the national h
The welcome ceremony for the 1,207 international observers took place this Friday in Bogota, at 8:30 a.m., in the Grand Ballroom of the Grand Hyatt Hotel. Credit: X: @CNE_COLOMBIAFor the first time in Colombia’s history, an election will have more than 1,200 international observers. All of them arri
Colombia’s political history has evolved from the civil wars of the 19th century to democratic openness, with exclusion as its central theme. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / ColombiaOne.Colombia’s political history has been marked by a persistent paradox: While the country maintained relatively regula
In Bogota, the alcohol ban will begin this Friday, May 29, at 6:00 p.m., and will extend until Monday, June 1, at 12:00 p.m. Credit: Bogota Mayor’s Office.As is traditional during election periods, the national government has decreed an alcohol ban as a measure to prevent disturbances of public orde
Colombian music doubled its Spotify royalties over the last four years, generating USD 115 million in 2025. Credit: bjornengqvist, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrColombia’s music industry reached one of its most important milestones in the streaming era in 2025. According to data revealed by Spotify and va
Betoma is a city that, without a doubt, will begin to be spoken of from now on as Ciudad Perdida once was. Credit: Daniel Rodríguez OsorioThe Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta once again offers archaeologists enormous satisfaction. In that famous mountain system, located in northern Colombia and on the s
The catastrophe affects the missions the company plans to carry out with NASA support to launch lunar rovers and participate in the space agency’s Artemis III and Artemis IV crewed missions. Credit: Nasa Space FlightBlue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded Thursday night, May 28, during a test at Spa
The Gloria ship arrived in New Orleans to represent Colombia in the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the U.S.A. The vessel will remain on the Mississippi River until June 1. Credit: jdnx, CC BY 2.0 / FlickrColombia’s Gloria ship will be at the 250th anniversary of the U.S. The emblematic AR
If you’re a Colombian citizen living in the U.S. wishing to vote in Colombia’s 2026 elections, here’s what to know about registering. Credit: Josep Freixes / ColombiaOneColombian citizens living in the United States who wish to vote in Colombia’s upcoming national elections must register their ID ca
Morat will be the band in charge of the opening show for the Colombia national team’s farewell at El Campín Stadium before heading to the World Cup. Credit: Secretaria cultural de Mexico, CC BY 2.0 / Flickr The Colombian band Morat will lead the farewell show for the Colombia national team before it
Colombian hospital scene reflects the national debate over healthcare reform, public services and patient access during the presidential campaign season. Credit: Jhoan Baron / ColombiaOne (AI-generated picture). For editorial use only.Colombia enters the 2026 presidential election with a health syst
Ivan Cepeda, Abelardo De la Espriella, and Paloma Valencia have almost opposing views on several key aspects of the Colombian reality. Credit: Colombian Senate – Caracol Radio – Colombian Senate.Colombia 2026 election race heats up as presidential hopefuls disagree on many of the key aspects and iss
Colombian President Gustavo Petro will travel to New York in two weeks to meet with Mayor Mamdani and discuss their political views. Credit: Fabian Patermina / Presidency of Colombia.Colombian President Gustavo Petro will travel to New York on June 12 to hold a meeting with the city’s mayor, Zohran
El Dorado has consistently been ranked since 2016 by World Airport Awards and Skytrax as among the best airports in the world. Credit: OpainBogotá’s El Dorado International Airport has completed a modernization plan for its immigration control areas to manage the projected increase in international
Cannavaro is considered one of the greatest defenders of all time and captained Italy during the 2006 World Cup under coach Marcello Lippi. Credit: fabriziorom / ThreadsThe head coach of the Uzbekistan Men’s National Football Team, Italian Fabio Cannavaro, has announced his 26-man squad for the 2026
A practical guide to drinking water, ice, and eating street food safely in Colombia. A traveler enjoys drinks and local food in a Colombian urban setting while navigating common questions about tap water, hygiene, and food safety. Credit: Jhoan Baron / ColombiaOne (AI-generated picture). For editori
U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno arrived in Cartagena early this morning, where he will serve as an observer in Colombia’s presidential election. Credit: Gage Skidmore, CC BY 2.0 / Flickr.U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno is already in Colombia to participate as an international observer in the presidential elec
Conditions present during pregnancy would influence the risk of developing hypertension, diabetes, and other metabolic disorders in later stages of life. Credit: Communications Office of the National University Hospital.Cardiometabolic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and other disorders ass
D2D technology allows certain mobile devices to communicate directly with orbiting satellites, without passing through a terrestrial cellular antenna Credit: www.mintic.gov.coColombia carried out the first pilot test of satellite-based emergency communication directly to devices, technically known a
