Pottery tripod jar dating back to the Western Zhou Dynasty. Credit: Shaanxi Academy of ArchaeologyArchaeologists in northwest China have uncovered a collection of relics dating back about 3,000 years, offering new evidence about daily life and burial customs during the Western Zhou Dynasty. The disc
Ancient bow and arrows. Credit: Museum staff / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 3.0A recent study has revealed new details about the arrival of the bow and arrow in western North America, identifying it as a turning point in ancient hunting and warfare practices. Researchers report that the technology s
A colorful ridge and winding glacial meltwater river meet amidst dune fields in western China. Credit: NASA Earth ObservatoryA remarkable satellite image has revealed an unusual Y-shaped landform hidden within China’s vast Taklamakan Desert. The striking feature appears where a winding river rich in
BTS at Gwanghwamun Square in the historic centre of Seoul. Credit: Bighit Music / NetflixAll seven members of the global pop sensation BTS took the stage together Saturday, March 21, for the first time since 2022, marking their official return to the spotlight following the completion of their manda
An early political drawing by Fernando Botero from 1961 recently sold for over US$20,000 at a prominent art auction in Bogotá. Fernando Botero (1932-2023), one of Colombia’s most recognized artists globally. A political drawing from his early Burundún-Burundá series recently sold at a Bogotá auction
Over time, several occupations once performed by humans have disappeared due to technological advances—one of them is the human alarm clock. Credit: Jack Delano, Public Domain / Wikimedia CommonsThroughout history, the world of work has evolved alongside technological advances, social transformation
Benjamin Netanyahu interview. Credit: israelinusa / CC By 2 / FlickrIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced a wave of criticism after remarks in Jerusalem that compared Jesus Christ with Genghis Khan, the Mongol ruler known for violent conquest. The comments came during an English-language n
Norris in a scene from the film Delta Force 2. Credit screenshotChuck Norris, the world karate champion who became one of the most recognizable faces of 1980s action cinema, died on March 19 in Hawaii at the age of 86. His family announced his death Friday morning through his personal Instagram acco
Silvio Rodriguez has surprised his followers and the cultural world by that he is prepared to take up arms if the United States attempts to invade the island. Credit: Facebook / Zurrón del Aprendiz / www.cubaconecta.comSilvio Rodriguez — the renowned Cuban singer-songwriter, guitarist, poet, and com
In Medellin, Colombia, there are more than 25 public libraries that promote reading across the city. Among the oldest is the Biblioteca Pública Piloto. Credit: IES Almeraya, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrThe cultural history of Medellin cannot be understood without the role of its public libraries — space
A Vatican report ranks Colombia as the seventh country with the largest Catholic population, in a list once again topped by Brazil. Credit: A.P. / Colombia One.Colombia remains one of the countries with the greatest weight of Catholicism in the world. A recent statistical report from the Vatican pla
Presentation in Dublin during the Saint Patrick Festival. Credit: CC by Miguel MendezThere’s a country known for its love of potatoes and beer. Also, for the deep-rooted Catholic faith of its inhabitants, who enjoy their rich musical heritage amidst the green and often cold mountains. They celebrate
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
Banksy Art in Brick Lane, East End. Credit: Matt.whitby / Wikimedia Commons / Public DomainBanksy, the elusive British street artist whose work has shaped global conversations on politics and culture, may no longer remain anonymous. A recent investigative report has identified the true identity behi
It has been 50 years since the death of Italian film director Luchino Visconti, a leading figure in European and world cinema. Credit: Unknown, Public Domain.The figure of Luchino Visconti continues to occupy a central place in the history of European cinema, both for the aesthetic ambition of his w
Hybrid work is reshaping the workplace as younger generations seek flexibility and balance, according to a study by WeWork and Michael Page. Credit: Natalia Falah / ColombiaOne The global workplace is undergoing a profound transformation. In the years following the COVID-19 pandemic, companies acros
Colombia will have the largest Christ the Redeemer statue in the world in El Peñol. The monument will be 86 meters tall. Credit: Paula Funell, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrColombia is preparing to become the setting for one of the most ambitious religious tourism projects in Latin America, with the const
The Lord of the Expiration sculpted in 1960 by José Lamiel, in Spain, commissioned by Guillermo León Valencia, President of Colombia in Popayan. CC by National Police of Colombia.Since the global pandemic, Colombia has been steadily recovering and expanding, thanks in part to the aggressive internat
A German moved to Colombia five years ago to plant his own edible forest. His story has gone viral on social media. Credit: Proaves Colombia, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrA German decided to leave urban life in Europe and move to Colombia to plant an edible forest that is now attracting the attention of
Bogota is preparing for the Festival Internacional de Artes Vivas Bogotá, which will take place from March 27 to April 5. Credit: Direccion de Comunicaciones UTPL, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / Flickr Bogota is ready for the 2026 edition of the Festival Internacional de Artes Vivas Bogota (Bogota International
Moniquira, known as “The Sweet City of Colombia,” is a natural and culinary paradise, famous for its “bocadillos” and “panelitas” treats. Credit: Courtesy Daniel ZarateMoniquira, located in the Boyaca Department, is a natural and gastronomic paradise often hailed as “The Sweet City of Colombia.” Its
Joropo is a traditional dance and music genre from Colombia’s Llano region, characterized by mesmerizing and rhythmic movements and melodies. Credit: Luigino Bracci/CC BY 2.0In the heart of Colombia’s Llano region exists a vibrant music and dance genre known as “Joropo”, an old tradition that embodi
Colombia women are recognized as the most beautiful in the world, thanks to their delicate features and expressive gaze. Credit: Paul Saad, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrColombia is world-renowned for its biodiversity, coffee, music, vibrant culture, and the beauty of its women. From beauty queens to inte
