The Manizales Fair 2026, now in its 69th year, has begun, offering music, parades, and tradition to Colombia and the world. Credit: Shutterstock.The 69th edition of the Manizales Fair kicked off this Saturday, January 3, and will run through Sunday the 11th in the capital of Caldas, establishing its
Reconstruction of the cremation ritual. Credit: Jessica I. Cerezo-Román / CC BY-NC 4.0A remarkable discovery in northern Malawi has revealed what scientists believe is the world’s oldest known cremation of an adult in Africa. The find, dating back approximately 9,500 years, offers rare insight into
Delirio, Cali’s premier salsa showcase, celebrates 20 years of success in Colombia with a mix of music, dance, and circus. Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / Colombia One.La Carpa Delirio stands as a living symbol of Cali, a city that breathes salsa and has turned the night into a collective ritual for 2
On the night of December 31, Colombia will “burn the Año Viejo” to welcome 2026, in a tradition that dates back to the mid-20th century. Credit: Pixabay / Josep Maria Freixes / Colombia One.In many corners of Colombia, the farewell to the year does not take place in silence nor is it limited to a co
In Colombia, there are several rituals to welcome the New Year, some of which are considered uncommon in Latin America. Credit: Visible Hand, CC BY 2.0 / FlickrIn Colombia, the arrival of the New Year is not only celebrated with music, food, and family gatherings, but also with a wide variety of agü
Pasto is ready for one of Colombia’s most emblematic events: The Carnival of Blacks and Whites, which will take place from December 28 to January 11. Credit: Jandres Fernandez C, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrPasto is preparing to welcome a new edition of the Carnival of Blacks and Whites, one of the most
The changing of the name has sparked protests from musicians, dance companies, and long-standing partner organizations. Credit: Kennedy Center.A growing list of event cancellations and institutional ruptures has shaken the Kennedy Center, the nation’s premier performing arts venue since its board co
Portrait of Leonardo da Vinci. Credit: Wellcome Collection / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY 4.0A recent scientific study has revealed long-lost drawing techniques used by iconic Renaissance artists Leonardo da Vinci and Rafael, offering a rare window into how they developed their ideas before bringing th
The excavation area where the purification bath was discovered in Jerusalem. Credit: Israel Antiquities AuthorityArchaeologists have uncovered a rare ancient ritual bath beneath the Western Wall Plaza, providing a unique glimpse into the religious practices of Jerusalem nearly 2,000 years ago. The s
The Colombian artist Fanny Sanin was included on the list of the best exhibitions of the year for her work Geometric Equations. Credit: Peter Angritt, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia CommonsColombian artist Fanny Sanin was included in the prestigious list of the best art exhibitions of 2025 compiled by The
The names given to newborns in Colombia in 2025 combine traditional biblical names with those influenced by foreign cultures. Credit: Michael Morse, Public Domain / Pexels.Colombia’s National Civil Registry made public the final list of the most frequently registered names among newborns across the
Bardot’s death marks the end of a remarkable and often controversial journey — one that began in post-war Paris and took her from modeling and ballet to international screen superstardom before a dramatic reinvention as an animal welfare activist. Credit: WikipediaFrench cinema and cultural history
Representatives from Buenaventura celebrate the Community Tourism award for Agua Clara at ENART 2025 in Armenia, Quindio, highlighting Pacific Colombia’s community-led travel projects. Credit: Alcaldia Distrital de Buenaventura.Buenaventura is tired of being known for only one thing: its port. This
Christmas songs in Colombia play an important role, and among the most listened-to songs at this time of year is “Cariñito.” Credit: Caroll Viana / Colombia OneChristmas in Colombia cannot be understood without music. Every December, as candles are lit, novenas are held, and families gather around t
Without a doubt, this year’s Christmas lights and decorations on the Bridge of Boyaca are the most stunning and elaborate ever seen. Credit: Irma Beltran.As the sun sets over the Andean highlands, a historic landmark transforms into a luminous wonderland. The Puente de Boyaca, famously known as the
Colombia has a wide variety of places and festivities recognized as heritage by UNESCO; one of them is the Carnival of Barranquilla. Credit: Mark Koester, CC-BY-2.0-Colombia is one of the most diverse countries on the planet, not only because of its geography and biodiversity, but also due to the ri
The federal case against a former Harvard morgue manager has exposed alarming gaps in oversight at one of the world’s most prestigious medical institutions. Credit: Harvard University Yard / Wikimedia CommonsThe sentencing of a Harvard University morgue manager to eight years in federal prison has s
January could mark a turning point for Machu Picchu as international evaluators review whether Peru has done enough to protect its most iconic heritage site.Credit: Josep Freixes / Colombia OneMachu Picchu is not only Peru’s most iconic tourist destination; it is a powerful symbol of the country’s h
Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival. Credit: Dayou_X / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 2.0A record-breaking snow park is set to open its gates in Harbin, the capital of China’s Heilongjiang Province, drawing attention from winter tourism lovers around the world. The park, named the 27t
Colombia celebrates the Novenas of Aguinaldos, a tradition that brings families together during Christmas. Credit: Politecnico Grancolombia, CC BY-NC 2.0 / FlickrEvery December, Colombia revives one of its most cherished and representative Christmas traditions: the novenas de aguinaldos. From Dec. 1
Italian cuisine was declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, becoming the first country to receive this distinction in its entirety. Credit: Fs999, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrItalian cuisine has officially been declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, a historic
The Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires (Malba) said it has acquired the Daros Latinamerica collection from Zürich. Credit: Tamara Kenia – CC BY 2.0 via Flickr. The Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires (Malba) said it has acquired the Daros Latinamerica collection from Zürich, addin
The Jewish legacy in the region of Antioquia, Colombia, can be seen in many aspects of the area’s contemporary culture and customs. Credit: Unknown, Public Domain /Pxhere / Ariely, Public Domain / Wikimedia.The Jewish legacy in Colombia’s Antioquia region remains very much alive in the area’s contem
Ibague capital of the department of Tolima. Credit: Government of Tolima/CC BY-SA 4.0Tolima, a Colombian department located in the heart of the Andes, is a region that embodies the country’s diversity in both landscape and culture. From its rugged mountains and fertile valleys to its vibrant traditi
