Breadfruit is a fruit from the South Pacific, but in Colombia, it is found in San Andres and is a fundamental part of its gastronomy. Credit: Ashay Vb, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsIn the heart of the Colombian Caribbean Sea, breadfruit has become one of the most representative foods of the cultu
Colombia has confirmed the discovery of a gas field off the Caribbean coast that could alleviate potential shortages in the medium term. Credit: Ecopetrol.Colombia’s Ecopetrol and Brazil’s Petrobras confirmed the discovery of a gas pocket in the deep waters of the Colombian Caribbean, off the depart
Former Colombian president Alvaro Uribe Velez called for unity between presidential hopefuls Paloma Valencia and Abelardo de La Espriella, as conservative sectors debate a possible alliance ahead of the presidential runoff. Credit: Colombian Senate and Tribunal Superior de BogotaAt a moment widely p
FIFA announced the first official song of the 2026 World Cup, “Lighter,” a collaboration between Jelly Roll and Carin Leon. Credit: Isakfotografi, CC BY 2.0 / FlickrFIFA has announced its first official song for the 2026 World Cup, “Lighter,” performed by Jelly Roll and Mexican artist Carin Leon. Th
Peruvian conglomerate Grupo Gloria exits Colombia, ending the production of Algarra and Lechesan milk after 14 years. A rotary milking parlor in operation at a dairy facility. The sudden shutdown of the Algarra and Lechesan processing plants by Peruvian conglomerate Grupo Gloria leaves many small Co
Cow eye chocolate is a traditional drink from Colombian grandmothers that is rich in collagen and is believed to help improve memory, anemia, and vision. Credit: Emma Mizouni, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimeida Commons In different regions of Colombia, especially in rural areas, a traditional drink prepared b
Biologist Brigitte Baptiste, the current principal of EAN University, has been announced by Sergio Fajardo as a member of his cabinet. Credit: EANSergio Fajardo, the former mayor of Medellin and presidential candidate, has begun to reveal the first names of his cabinet. On March 16, he announced tha
A probe by Colombia’s Superintendence of Industry and Commerce (SIC) is examining whether bundled tourist packages at the Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira could restrict consumer choice. Credit: Jikatu / CC BY 2.0 / FlickrA new controversy is surrounding one of Colombia’s most iconic tourist destinations
The U.S. has reinstated the visa for Colombian President Gustavo Petro until the end of his term, which is scheduled for next August. Credit: Andrea Puentes / Presidency of Colombia.The president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, said that the United States has reinstated his visa to enter that country th
Colombia expects sales to increase by 30% to 50% during the 2026 World Cup, with consumer activity extending beyond match times. Credit: A.P. / Colombia One.Colombian commerce expects a significant uptick in sales during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Sector projections place growth between 30% and 50%, d
Maria Claudia Lacouture said that the decline in United States investment in Colombia should be interpreted as a warning sign for the economic environment. Credit: X: @mclacouturePolitical and legal uncertainty in Colombia, deteriorating security conditions, fiscal volatility, macroeconomic instabil
Medellin was chosen by UNESCO as the World Book Capital 2027 thanks to its network of bookstores and libraries throughout the city. Credit: Jorge Mejia, CC BY 2.0 / Flickr Medellin, Colombia, was officially designated as the World Book Capital 2027 by UNESCO, an international recognition that highli
Vallenato artists Sivestre Dangond (left) and Juancho De la Espriella (right) during the Latin Grammys 2025. Credit: X: @JDeLaEspriellaThe vallenato community and Colombia’s cultural scene were put on alert after it emerged in recent hours that renowned Colombian accordionist Juancho de la Espriella
Nequi is one of the most widely used financial platforms in Colombia. Credit: X: @NequiUsers of the digital platform Nequi will not have access for a limited period due to scheduled maintenance work. The company reported that Nequi will suspend operations at the early hours of Monday, March 23, 2026
Luxury dinners, liquor, and Iberian ham listed as “production expenses.” The controversy surrounding RTVC spending is raising new questions about transparency in the use of public funds. Credit: Jay Wennington – Unsplashed.Colombia’s public media system has once again found itself at the center of p
El estudio revisó las historias clínicas de 144 perros y 36 gatos en ocho clínicas veterinarias de Bogota, Colombia. Credit: Unimedios.Cannabis sativa has been used for years in therapeutic processes in humans, but a study conducted by Juan Esteban Samaca Roberto, who holds a Master’s degree in phar
From left to right: Aida Quilcue, Luis Gilberto Murillo, and Juan Daniel Oviedo, candidates representing recognized communities. Credit: X / Presidency of Colombia / Presidency of Colombia.The National Civil Registry confirmed 14 candidate pairs for the May 31 presidential elections, making this rac
Colombia creates a 16% consumption tax on online gambling with Decree 0240. A user interacts with an online gambling platform. In Colombia, Decree 0240 has established a 16% national consumption tax on digital betting and gambling platforms, directly taxing gross game revenues to increase fiscal col
Reports from several reputable media outlets increasingly suggest the extradition of Alex Saab, the Colombian businessman accused of being a front man for Nicolás Maduro. Credit: @AlexNSaab-X.Three reports from leading international media outlets suggest that Alex Saab, the Colombian businessman acc
The ciruela costeña is an emblematic fruit of the Colombian Caribbean; this fruit is harvested during the first quarter of the year. Credit: Adriana Nascto, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsIn markets, backyards, and along the roads of Colombia’s Caribbean region, there is a fruit that signals the ar
President Petro accused Ecuador of bombing Colombian territory as part of its fight against organized crime in the border region. Credit: Cesar Carrion / Presidency of Colombia.The president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, stated that his government has indications that the country may be being bombed f
A guide for foreign residents in Colombia on how to create a valid open will. Foreign residents in Colombia navigating estate planning or legal proceedings often rely on specialized legal counsel. You must strictly follow local laws, such as the testamento abierto, to execute a valid will and ensure
Holcim co-processing plant in Nobsa, Boyacá. Credit: HolcimColombia has barely finished processing one deal before closing another. In just a few weeks, buyers from three continents and a local player have spent billions of dollars to take control of strategic assets in cement, gold, oil, and copper
Shakira announced that the closing of her world tour will take place in Madrid, in a stadium built exclusively for her performance. Credit: Priscila Bruder, CC0-1.0 / Wikimedia CommonsColombian superstar Shakira confirmed that the final leg of her “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour” will take plac
