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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

Neighbors at the Table: Colombia and Venezuela Tackle Border Issues

Colombia’s president heads to Venezuela this week to talk border security with the country’s top diplomat. The two nations share deep connections—families live on both sides of a 1, 370-mile border, and nearly 3 million Venezuelans have moved to Colombia after years of economic trouble back home. Tr

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Apr 18 2026ENVIRONMENT

Fast‑Track Clean Energy After Middle East Tensions

Colombia’s environment chief argues that the war in Iran shows how quick the world must move away from oil, gas and coal. She says that the uncertainty in global fuel supplies forces governments to hurry toward solar, wind and geothermal power. The comments come before a big meeting in Santa M

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Apr 12 2026LIFESTYLE

Stay Sharp Before Heading to Colombia: Safety Tips for Travelers

Colombia isn’t off-limits for travelers, but it does come with warnings that shouldn’t be ignored. The U. S. government is flagging specific zones where dangers like crime and civil conflicts are more likely, not the whole country. Kidnapping and armed clashes make certain areas too risky for visito

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

Colombia's Crossroads: Security or Strife?

Colombia stands at a critical point. The country's future could go in a good or bad direction. Juan Carlos Pinzon, a key political figure, has strong views on this. He believes Colombia should focus on its own problems rather than getting involved in other countries' issues. Pinzon served as defens

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Jan 08 2026ENVIRONMENT

Colombia's Wetlands: A Fight for Recognition and Protection

Colombia's wetlands, or ciénagas, are vital for both nature and people. They help control water levels, support wildlife, and provide a living for many fishermen. However, these wetlands often lack clear boundaries. This makes it hard to protect them and can lead to conflicts over land. The Colombi

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Nov 19 2025CRIME

Colombia's Navy Makes Big Drug Bust at Sea

Colombia's navy recently made a significant drug bust. Divers found over 450 pounds of cocaine hidden under a ship heading to Europe. This happened at a port on the Pacific coast. The navy shared photos of the seizure, showing divers pulling out the drugs and packages on the ground. This isn't the

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Oct 22 2025POLITICS

Uribe's Return: A Shockwave in Colombia's Politics

Colombia's political scene just got a major shake-up. A court decision has overturned the conviction of former president Alvaro Uribe Velez, sending ripples through the nation's political landscape. This ruling comes just seven months before the presidential elections, adding a new layer of complexi

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Colombia and the US: Teaming Up Against Crime

Colombia and the United States have been friends for a long time. They have worked together on big problems. One of the biggest is fighting crime that crosses borders. Both countries have different leaders now. But they still agree on one thing: stopping criminals is important. These criminals are

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Jun 08 2025WEATHER

Bogota's Big Shake-Up

Colombia's capital, Bogota, got a rude awakening on a Sunday morning. A strong earthquake hit the area. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) measured it at a magnitude of 6. 3. However, the Colombian Geological Service had a different take on it. They said it was a bit stronger, at 6. 5 on

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Oct 25 2024CELEBRITIES

Shakira’s Music: A Journey Through Healing After Divorce

Colombian singer Shakira recently opened up about her divorce from former soccer star Gerard Piqué. She shared that her latest album, "Women No Longer Cry, " helped her cope with the emotional turmoil. Shakira admitted it was tough to pour her feelings into her music, but it became her healing proce

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