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Tue, 27 Sep 2022 22:04:59 +0000
Petro and Uribe meet after Colombians protest tax reform
President Gustavo Petro met his political adversary, Álvaro Uribe Vélez, for a second time since taking office. The meeting was accompanied by right-wing legislators and Minister of Interior Alfonso Prada.

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 21:44:55 +0000
Colombia – Venezuela border reopens, but Maduro absent
As Colombian President Gustavo Petro presided over the re-opening of the land border with Venezuela, anti-government protests marched through the country's largest cities.

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 15:10:11 +0000
Nadin Ospina opening at El Museo gallery
The Galeria El Museo inaugurated three exhibits on Saturday, September 17, showcasing the works of artist Nadín Ospina, Edwin Monsalve and a women's collective.

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 12:14:02 +0000
Totó La Momposina ends legendary musical career
Colombia's legendary Totó la Momposina is retiring from the stage at age 82 with a final concert in Bogotá. The voice of cumbia was awarded the Latin Grammy Lifetime achievement award in 2013.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 19:55:20 +0000
Bogotá’s Botanical Garden rolls out the National Orchid Exhibition
The Bogotá Botanical Garden is showcasing 1,500 varieties of Colombia's national flower this weekend with the National Orchid Exhibition.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 15:00:33 +0000
Danny Esquenazi’s CromoEspectiva at Adrián Ibáñez Gallery
With 32 works on display, artist Danny Esquenazi explores color in its true, complete and abstract dimension. The exhibition in Bogotá's San Felipe arts district runs until October 30.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 21:32:21 +0000
Mexico’s Erick Bautista takes S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy regional finals
After rounds of competition and showcasing regional dishes from across Latin America, San Pellegrino awarded Mexico's Erick Bautista its Young Chef Academy award .

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 16:15:02 +0000
Colombia’s Petro misses meeting Biden at New York reception
Colombia's Gustavo Petro missed a key moment during his five-day trip to New York to meet his U.S counterpart at a dinner reception hosted by Joe Biden for world leaders.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 20:07:36 +0000
Petro and Maduro expected to meet at land border reopening
Colombia's Gustavo Petro and Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro are expected to meet on Monday, September 26 to formalize the reopening of the international border.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 17:34:53 +0000
Petro calls for UN to end “war against planet”
During his first address to the United Nations, Colombia's Gustavo Petro called for an end to all wars, and war against the planet.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 22:10:50 +0000
Bogotá hosts No Car Day on Thursday, September 22
After a two year hiatus, Bogotá will host a No Car Day on Thursday, September 22, forcing almost two million cars off the street, as well as motorbikes.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 18:06:38 +0000
Petro’s first UN address comes amid growing economic uncertainty
President Petro will give his first address to the UN General Assembly facing growing protests at home over illegal land occupation and economic uncertainty.

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 15:00:05 +0000
When Queen Elizabeth II hosted Colombia during a state visit
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos and his wife Maria Clemencia arrived in London this week on a historic state visit to the United Kingdom.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 20:38:33 +0000
Cartagena’s Jean Trinh of Alquímico wins cocktail industry’s highest award
Jean Trinh, founder of the acclaimed Alquímico bar in Cartagena has received the cocktail industry's most coveted award for outstanding commitment to sustainability and community.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 17:36:42 +0000
Is Colombia on the brink of an energy crisis?
Heated debates in Congress over Colombia's energy future and government intervention in the oil and gas sector has raised the spectre of a looming crisis.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 10:00:14 +0000
Three of world’s top 10 ancient sites in Latin America
The popular travel app Visited released their World's Top 10 ancient sites listing, with three located in Latin America.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:40:55 +0000
Bogotá shocked by macabre gang murders
The discovery of more human remains in a plastic bag raises the total number of victims over the last eight months to 29, and attributed to a macabre turf war in the Colombian capital.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 20:37:10 +0000
Colombia’s Petro wants energy sector to fund social spending
By imposing new taxes on the mining and energy sectors, as well as a gasoline surcharge, President Petro's energy agenda could drive up inflation.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:48:49 +0000
Queen Elizabeth II: The end of the “new Elizabethan Age”
The proclamation of King Charles III ends the longest-serving monarchy of Queen Elizabeth II and sovereign who oversaw the transformation of the United Kingdom and her Commonwealth.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 21:35:38 +0000
Bogotá hosts SATW travel writers convention
The Colombian capital is hosting the SATW convention and showcase for travel writers of the country's immense tourism offering.

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 15:00:08 +0000
Santa Fe de Antioquia and highlands of Colombia’s Occidente
Immerse yourself in Antioqueño hospitality and breathtaking scenery with a trip to the western highlands of the department.

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 19:47:14 +0000
Two-hour gun battle wages in Colombia’s port city Buenaventura
The recent killing of two journalists and 11 massacres during the new administration of Gustavo Petro casts a worrisome picture of security in Colombia.

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 16:51:39 +0000
Climate change: The enemy that could unite Colombia?
Colombia's Gustavo Petro has pledged to ban fracking, protect the Amazon biosphere and transition toward renewable energies. But can the divisive president deliver on a slate of green initiatives?

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 15:57:34 +0000
Petro’s security shakeup heralds “army of peace”
President Petro want Colombia's security forces to be part of profound social transformation, including a new "army of peace."

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 20:25:19 +0000
Colombia moves to restart peace talks with ELN
The Colombian Government of President Gustavo Petro is ready to restart peace talks in Cuba with the country's last remaining Marxist guerrilla, ELN.



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