Although there is no evidence that Shakespeare was Catholic, historian Clare Asquith believes that there are discernible traces of Catholicism in his writing. Credit: Public DomainThe global calendar reserves April 23 for a singular coincidence: on this day, the UN simultaneously celebrates Spanish
A Colombian businesswoman turned a wedding gift into Vemora, a growing artisan candle brand with national ambitions. Pilar Jaramillo, a business administrator from Neiva, Huila, transformed a handmade wedding gift into Vemora, an artisan candle brand now pursuing national distribution and environmen
In Colombia, single-person households have increased significantly; in 2025, they rose by 20%, and this trend is expected to continue growing. Credit: Quiltsalad, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / FlickrIn Colombia, living alone is no longer an exception but a growing trend. Colombia’s seen a rise in single-person
Teatro Nacional marks 45 years with record attendance, 36 new shows, and a model built by Fanny Mikey. The facade of Casa del Teatro Nacional in Bogota, a key venue in the theater institution founded by Argentine-born Fanny Mikey, which reached record attendance as it marked 45 years. Credit: Giovac
Natural spaces are also a relaxing option, such as the famous Guatapuri River, which has inspired many vallenato hits. Credit: CorpocesarAs every year, the eyes and ears of Colombia will be focused on the stages of the Vallenato Legend Festival, this time in its 59th edition, which will take place i
Durupinar formation near Mount Ararat linked to Noah’s Ark. Credit: Wikimedia Commons, CC-BY-SAA researcher has revived debate over a long-standing biblical mystery, claiming that a boat-shaped formation in eastern Turkey may conceal the remains of Noah’s Ark. The assertion follows years of fieldwor
Monteria is ready for one of the most important fairs in Colombia: the National Cattle Fair, which will take place from June 5 to June 15. Credit: Eduardo Hildt, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrMonteria, Colombia, is getting ready to celebrate one of its most emblematic events: the 2026 National Cattle Fair
Rap has found a powerful echo full of new messages in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. Credit, refernce image: Natural National Parks of ColombiaRap, a musical genre with an urban genetic mark since it originated in the early 1970s in the Bronx, New York, has found a powerful echo full of new mes
A complete guide to tipping in Colombia: learn when and how much to tip at restaurants, taxis, hotels, and salons. A street musician receives a cash tip in an illustrative image related to tipping customs, where gratuities function as voluntary gestures rather than fixed obligations in many service
Colombia will present three books about the San Jose galleon tomorrow at the 2026 Bogota International Book Fair (FILBo). Credit: Josep Maria Freixes / Colombia One.Colombia will present three new publications on the San Jose galleon, its scientific study, and the stories associated with this submer
Andres Fernandes León incorporates haute cuisine techniques into traditional Colombian dishes. Credit: CascajalThe Colombian-French chef Andres Fernandes Leon joined the Maîtres Cuisiniers de France (MCF) association after a unanimous vote at the World Congress in Seoul, South Korea. His appointment
Valledupar is the birthplace of vallenato in Colombia; this city has several places to visit that reflect its rich musical culture. Credit: Jdvillalobos, CC BY 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsLocated in the heart of Colombia’s Caribbean region, Valledupar is known not only as the birthplace of vallenato musi
Valledupar is one of the cities in Colombia that offers a wide variety of dishes reflecting the flavors of the Colombian Caribbean coast. Credit: Julio Cesar, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons The cuisine of Colombia’s Caribbean region is as vibrant as its music, and in Valledupar, food plays a centr
Shock in Colombia over the death of two members of the film crew for the TV series “Sin senos no hay paraiso” on Saturday in Bogota. Credit: @beautiful.majii / IG.The killing of two members of the crew of the series Sin senos no hay paraiso has shaken Colombia’s audiovisual industry. The attack, whi
A Colombian food truck in France brings the country’s culture and iconic dishes to new audiences with a vibrant experience on wheels. Credit: Colombian Vibes.In southern France, near the city of Montpellier, a vibrant food truck is introducing locals to the richness of Colombian cuisine. Colombian V
The program that includes more than 2,300 cultural, academic, and professional activities across 23 pavilions. Credit: FILBoBetween April 21 and May 4, the 38th edition of the Bogota International Book Fair (FILBo) will take place at the traditional Corferias venue, with a program that includes more
The thriving Colombian community in Toronto, Canada, continues to grow while contributing to a country that offers many opportunities. Credit: Collage by Colombia One.Canada is known for its harsh winters, but Colombians living in Toronto have found a way to stay warm.Many Colombians choose to immig
Some of the most legendary Bible sites have been found, to the surprise of historians, believers, and archaeologists alike. Credits: Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons.Although the Bible is filled with parables and metaphors, these five sites actually discovered by archaeologists may change your p
Neighborhood stores in Latin America make everyday life easier for communities, as you can find essential household goods there. Credit: Angel1419, PDM 1.0 / Flickr In Latin America, neighborhood stores are much more than simple points of sale: they represent a fundamental pillar of daily life and s
Aguas Ardientes, a Colombian group that will take part in the Top Show Colombo. Credit: Top Show ColomboBogota is preparing to experience one of the most significant editions of the Top Show Colombo. In its sixth version, the free festival of the Centro Colombo Americano presents “Unlabeled #SinEtiq
Henriette Theodora Markovitch, known as Dora Maar, was a French photographer and painter. Maar was depicted in a number of Picasso’s paintings, including Tête de Femme. Credit: Centre PompidouA French engineer, Ari Hodara, has won an original Pablo Picasso painting valued at over € 1 million through
Prehispanic Maya dental inlays in teeth with open apices. Credit: Marco Ramírez-Salomon / SSRNScientists have uncovered what may be the earliest known example of a gemstone used as a dental filling, offering new insight into the medical knowledge of the ancient Maya civilization. The finding centers
Specialists recorded petroglyphs and cave paintings from the site. Credit: Gerardo Peña / INAHArchaeologists in Mexico have uncovered a set of ancient rock art during construction linked to a major passenger train project, authorities said. The discovery emerged from fieldwork carried out under the
Tinta Dulce helps 369 Colombian artisans turn coca leaves into natural dye, doubling the value of their textiles and promoting a circular economy. A dried coca leaf photographed against the sky. Tinta Dulce uses coca leaf flour as a natural textile dye to help Colombian artisans increase the value o
