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Fri, 17 Dec 2021 15:49:07 +0000Canada’s Providence inks MoU to produce COVID vaccines in Colombia
Canadian biotech company Providence has signed a memorandum with the Colombian Government to manufacture COVID-19 vaccines with partner VaxThera.
Thu, 16 Dec 2021 18:30:21 +0000Amid Omicron surge Colombia averages 1,900 per day COVID cases
With the surge in Omicron infection in the U.K and Europe, Colombia daily COVID-19 cases are averaging 1.900. The country is close to 80% vaccine coverage.
Thu, 16 Dec 2021 14:09:37 +0000Your need-to-know of celebrating a Colombian Novena night
Being in "the know" of a tradition that dates back three centuries will make a Novena night in Colombia a memorable night.
Wed, 15 Dec 2021 16:01:37 +0000Colombia at the epicenter of Latin American audiovisual productions
Disney's animated feature Encanto is the latest release of a Colombia-inspired production by an international studio. A slate of audiovisual projects are in the works for 2022.
Tue, 14 Dec 2021 20:00:50 +0000Sandoná and weavers in the shadow of Galeras volcano
Nestled in the Nariño highlands, Sandoná is known for its weavers and destination close to the not-so-dormant Galeras volcano.
Mon, 13 Dec 2021 19:17:01 +0000Bogotá’s Teatro Mayor closes 2021 opera season with Tosca
As the 2021 season draws to a close, Teatro Mayor presents Puccini's epic Tosca, conducted by Vienna Symphony's Andrés Orozco-Estrada.
Sat, 11 Dec 2021 13:01:35 +0000Colombia surpasses 50% of population fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Colombia reaches 60 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines given, representing more than 50% of the population fully vaccinated against the disease.
Thu, 09 Dec 2021 15:19:25 +0000Night Bike Ride and concerts highlight Bogotá’s Christmas agenda
Starting with Noche de Velitas, among the many highlights of the Bogotá's Christmas agenda is the Night Bike Ride and illuminations in 20 public parks.
Tue, 07 Dec 2021 15:44:09 +0000Colombia introduces new entry requirements for all travelers
All travelers entering Colombia as from December 14 will have to provide proof of a full-vaccination scheme or present a PCR test pre-departure.
Mon, 06 Dec 2021 15:39:49 +0000Colombia’s artisans return to Expoartesanías with edition 31
Edition 31 of Expoartesanías opens in Bogotá on December 7 with artisans representing Colombia's 32 departments and 18 countries in the international pavilion.
Thu, 02 Dec 2021 20:08:34 +0000Colombia rankings among Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants
Colombia is well-ranked among the 50 Best Restaurants in Latin America, with an extended 51-100 list that includes a host of innovative chefs.
Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:55:02 +0000Avianca flies out of Chapter 11 with streamlined business model
Colombia's flagship Avianca has left Chapter 11 with a streamlined business model that competes with low-cost carriers and over U.S$1 billion in liquidity.
Wed, 01 Dec 2021 20:08:19 +0000Biden to announce strict entry requirements for all travelers heading to U.S
The government of President Joe Biden is weighing stricter measures for all travelers entering the U.S to curb the spread of the Omicron variant.
Tue, 30 Nov 2021 17:47:16 +0000Colombia’s COVID-19 fourth wave eludes as world faces Omicron
Despite every COVID-19 variant circulating in Colombia, the country appears to have skewed the fourth wave of infection. But with Omicron, the pandemic could surge again.
Mon, 29 Nov 2021 19:39:00 +0000Traditional dances of La Chorrera nominated for Intangible Patrimony of Colombia
The traditional dances of the indigenous peoples who inhabit La Chorrera, Amazonas, have been nominated as Intangible Patrimony of Colombia.
Mon, 29 Nov 2021 16:38:36 +0000BLAA’s Literature Today series looks to Africa and its acclaimed writers
Seven award-winning African novelists join BLAA's contemporary literature series with interviews hosted by Gilbert Shang Ndi.
Fri, 26 Nov 2021 22:16:32 +0000Teatro Mayor’s 2022 season brings Spain to the stage
Bogotá's Teatro Mayor has unveiled its 2022 season with Spain as Guest Nation. The curtain rises on great performances, from symphony orchestras to gender defying flamenco.
Fri, 26 Nov 2021 13:25:18 +0000Busiest travel week in U.S since start of the COVID-19 pandemic
Despite increasing cases of COVID-19 infection in many cities and states across the U.S, this week was the busiest in travel since 2019.
Wed, 24 Nov 2021 16:27:05 +0000Colombia marks five years of Final Accord with FARC
As Colombia marks five years since the signing of the Final Accord with FARC, deep political divisions continue over the future of a fragile peace.
Tue, 23 Nov 2021 18:43:20 +0000Michelin-starred chefs showcase second Bogotá Madrid Fusión
As chefs emerge from lockdowns, Madrid Fusión returns to Bogotá with a cast of Michelin-starred chefs.
Mon, 22 Nov 2021 18:40:16 +0000Colombia nears 50% fully vaccinated as COVID fourth wave grips Europe
As anti-lockdown protests spread across Europe despite a surge in "fourth wave"COVID infections, Colombia nears 50% of its population fully vaccinated.
Mon, 22 Nov 2021 16:30:09 +0000Iberia expands Colombia flights starting February 2022
Spain's Iberia is expanding its Colombia service with an additional daily flight between Madrid and Bogotá. Avianca to return to London Heathrow.
Fri, 19 Nov 2021 19:50:12 +0000Colombia’s Nevado del Ruíz volcano monitored for “explosive activity”
A unified command post has been established to monitor the Nevado del Ruíz volcano after a week of "unstable behaviour" and "explosive activity."
Fri, 19 Nov 2021 14:36:06 +0000Colombia starts COVID-19 boosters for persons age 50 and older
Colombia is expanding its vaccine roll-out to include third doses of the coronavirus vaccine to all persons age 50 and older. National Health Emergency extended another three months.
Thu, 18 Nov 2021 18:17:59 +0000U.S Travel Alert issued for specific areas of Cartagena, Colombia
The U.S Embassy in Bogotá issued a travel alert for specific areas of Cartagena based on "increased criminal activity." District officials insist the port city is safe to visit.