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Colombia Will Once Again Require a Valid Passport for Venezuelan Migrants

Colombia normalizes the entry and exit of Venezuelan migrants and will require a valid passport to cross the border. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs...

Juan Valdez, Colombian Coffee Ambassador and Actor, Passes Away

Carlos Castañeda Ceballo, the actor who portrayed the Juan Valdez character for 18 years, has passed away today, Friday, April 26. The 58-year-old Colombian...

Maria Corina Machado to Study Petro’s Referendum Proposal for Venezuela

The disqualified Venezuelan opposition leader, Maria Corina Machado, will study the referendum proposal made by the Colombian president, Gustavo Petro, for Venezuela. Machado assured...

Colombia: Climate Change Drives Forced Displacement

The Colombian Constitutional Court has identified a legal gap, noting that no existing regulation defines climate change as a cause for forced displacement within...

Blackouts in Ecuador Cause Huge Financial Losses

Ecuador is losing US$72 million daily due to nationwide energy blackouts, a direct consequence of the ongoing hydroelectricity generation crisis. Like Colombia, Ecuador has...

Alias ‘Karol G’ Arrested in Colombia: Hitman was Reggaeton Fan

Alias "Karol G," believed to be a hitman for the Clan del Golfo, was apprehended on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, by Colombia's National Police...

Atlantico Governor’s Plans to Boost Exports, Tourism: Exclusive Interview

The governor of Atlantico department in Colombia participated in the 2024 Concordia Americas Summit, held April 22-23 in Miami, United States. Eduardo Verano outlined...

Accusations Against President Petro’s Son Strain US-Colombia Relations

U.S. report linking the alleged corruption case of Nicolas Petro, son of Colombian President Gustavo Petro, to his father's presidential campaign, has strained diplomatic...

Horrific Text Messages From Colombian Child Trafficking Network

A Colombian child trafficking network was recently exposed following the arrest in Miami of Stefan Andres Correa. The 42-year-old American citizen frequently visited Colombia...

The Government’s Ambivalent Response to Protests in Colombia

The important protests of last Sunday, April 21, caught the government in Colombia off guard. Despite the manifestations of “listening with respect” to the...

CULTURE & TRAVEL IN COLOMBIA

Corabastos, the Largest Market in Colombia

In the sprawling metropolis of Bogota, amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life, lies a place that is much more than a market;...

Colombian Series ‘The Hijacking of Flight 601’ Premieres on Netflix

Netflix premieres the Colombian miniseries "The Hijacking of Flight 601," a story based on real events surrounding an aircraft hijacking considered the longest in...

Medellin Hosts La Solar Festival 2024

Medellin, Colombia will be the vibrant and energetic epicenter of the La Solar festival, which in its 11th year has high expectations of hosting...

Five Species Unique to Colombia: Treasures of Biodiversity

Colombia is a country blessed with exceptional natural wealth. Its geographical location, diverse ecosystems, and varied climates have created an environment conducive to astonishing...

COLOMBIAN FOOD & RECIPES

Chocoramo: The Chocolate-Covered Cake Adored by Colombians

At the heart of Colombia's culinary history lies a beloved treat, known to every Colombian by its distinctive orange wrapper – Chocoramo. This chocolate-covered...

Top 20 Restaurants in Colombia, According to Time Out Magazine

Colombia has a rich gastronomic tradition, offering hearty and popular dishes in its restaurants, such as bandeja paisa, ajiaco and sancocho. Thanks to the...

Bandeja Paisa: The Traditional Colombian Dish and a Recipe

Among the many mouthwatering delicacies, one dish stands out as a true emblem of Colombian gastronomy—the Bandeja Paisa. This iconic meal originated in the...

Colombia, a Must-See Destination in 2024

Throughout 2023, Colombia secured its position in various international travel rankings, gaining recognition for its attractions, towns, and cities. The country featured prominently in...

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