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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Author of 'The Dog', Pilar Quintana is confirmed for the Book Fair in SP

Colombian author Pilar Quintana will participate in the 2026 Book Fair in São Paulo, showcasing her influential role in contemporary Latin American literature.

Feb 28 • 02:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Not just a 'door slam' in the Copa America: Ramón Jesurún, president of the Colombian Football Federation, arrested

Ramón Jesurún, president of the Colombian Football Federation, and his son were arrested in Miami after an incident at the Copa América final where security failures allowed thousands of un-ticketed fans to enter the stadium.

Feb 27 • 21:48 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Gustavo Petro responds to Daniel Noboa's statements on trade and security at the border

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has responded to Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa's comments blaming Colombia for security issues at the border, highlighting Colombia's efforts to combat drug trafficking.

Feb 27 • 17:57 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

In response to Ecuador, Colombia is also considering raising tariffs from 30% to 50% on 73 items and including more

Colombia is contemplating an increase in tariffs on 73 Ecuadorian products from 30% to 50% as a reciprocal measure to Ecuador's recent tariff hike on Colombian goods.

Feb 27 • 15:48 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Carlos Vives will be in Quito and Guayaquil with the Tour Al Sol 2026: We will illuminate Ecuador with the sun of La Provincia

Colombian singer Carlos Vives will perform in Quito and Guayaquil, celebrating Latin American identity and emphasizing the importance of Hispanic contributions to the United States.

Feb 27 • 15:16 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Daniel Noboa announces meeting with Carchi transporters on Monday, March 2, in response to strike alert

Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa is set to meet with Carchi transporters regarding an impending provincial strike due to concerns over tariffs on Colombian products.

Feb 27 • 13:55 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Daniel Noboa defends tariffs on Colombia and reports 33% fewer violent deaths at the border

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa supports the tariffs imposed on Colombian products, citing a significant decrease in violent deaths in border provinces.

Feb 27 • 13:46 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Carolina Sanín: "A literary text dictates its own law"

Colombian writer Carolina Sanín explores the profound experience of reading in her new book, 'En La voz del buey', highlighting its intimate and transformative nature.

Feb 27 • 10:54 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Colombia: the government mobilizes military forces to search for two missing congressional candidates

Colombian authorities have begun a search for two missing congressional candidates, Andrés Vásquez and Ana Guetio, ahead of upcoming elections.

Feb 26 • 18:14 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Important Colombian Bank Apologizes to Clients for Service Failures: 'Failing is Not an Option'

Colombian bank Bancolombia has publicly apologized to its clients for failures in its digital and transactional services, ensuring it is working on stabilizing its systems.

Feb 26 • 16:37 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Starting March 1, Ecuador will raise the import tax on goods from Colombia from 30% to 50%

Ecuador announced an increase in the import tax on Colombian goods from 30% to 50%, citing security concerns along the border as the main reason for this decision.

Feb 26 • 12:38 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Colombian Civil Aviation Authority was not informed about the American Airlines plane with bullet impacts

A bullet-hit American Airlines aircraft that flew from Medellín to Miami reportedly did not alert Colombian aviation authorities of the incident.

Feb 25 • 13:35 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Gustavo Petro warns about heavy rains due to the effects of a cold front in Colombia

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has issued warnings regarding heavy rains expected in various regions due to the ongoing impact of a cold front affecting the country.

Feb 25 • 12:15 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Camilo Torres: Who was the 'Colombian Che Guevara' and how he became a 'priest-guerrilla'

The remains of Camilo Torres, a notable figure known as the 'Colombian Che Guevara,' were identified 60 years after his disappearance, promising hope for many families of missing persons in Colombia.

Feb 25 • 11:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Colombians and Brazilians are arrested for usury and extortion in Ceará

Colombian and Brazilian individuals were arrested in Ceará for engaging in usury and extortion against local merchants.

Feb 25 • 08:42 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Colombia captures alias 'Cucaracho', international boss of the Tren de Aragua in Santa Marta

Colombian authorities have captured alias 'Cucaracho' in Santa Marta, a key figure in the Tren de Aragua involved in drug trafficking and linked to terrorism.

Feb 25 • 01:51 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Shakira will sing in front of the Great Pyramid of Giza almost 20 years later for her tour Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran

Colombian singer Shakira will perform in front of the Great Pyramid of Giza on April 7 as part of her international tour Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, marking her return to the site nearly two decades after her last performance there.

Feb 25 • 00:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Malba presents Colombian artist Olga de Amaral with an exhibit about her monumental textile work

The monumental textile works of Colombian artist Olga de Amaral are on display in Buenos Aires at the Malba museum from February 26 to May 11.

Feb 24 • 22:23 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Colombian tariff strikes Ecuadorian companies whose sales depend up to 60% on that market

Colombia's 30% tariff on certain goods from Ecuador could endanger the sustainability of various sectors in Ecuador reliant on the Colombian market for up to 60% of their exports.

Feb 24 • 21:45 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Pet Shop Boys, Rodrigo Villegas, and Bomba Estéreo headline the second night of the Viña 2026 Festival

The second night of the Viña del Mar International Song Festival features performances by Pet Shop Boys, comedian Rodrigo Villegas, and Colombian duo Bomba Estéreo.

Feb 24 • 02:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Building with fabrics, talking with color: Olga de Amaral transforms Malba into a universal labyrinth

At 93 years old, Colombian artist Olga de Amaral presents her most significant exhibition in Latin America in the last thirty years at the Malba museum, showcasing her pioneering work in textile art.

Feb 23 • 10:32 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"I feel like I'm going to be forgotten": the plea for help from two Colombian girls detained by ICE in the U.S.

Two Colombian girls detained at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in the U.S. have expressed feelings of abandonment and fear in letters shared with journalists.

Feb 23 • 00:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

They look like miniature spaceships. Scientists just discovered them

Researchers have documented 15 species of comb jellies, six of which have never been observed in Colombian waters before.

Feb 22 • 14:05 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Bogota, city of drug dealers, saints and assassins

The article explores how the noir genre effectively depicts the complexities of Colombian society through the works of author Santiago Gamboa.

Feb 22 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Eight months without a trace of Orlinda, the Colombian who disappeared at Barajas T-4 during a layover: "I am optimistic, I know I will find her alive soon"

Orlinda, a 63-year-old Colombian woman, has been missing for eight months after disappearing from the Barajas Airport during a layover; her son remains hopeful of finding her alive despite the challenges faced during the search.

Feb 21 • 23:02 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Colombian nationals allegedly ran fake law firm, impersonated federal judges to defraud migrants out of $100K

Four Colombian nationals were arrested for allegedly defrauding migrants by pretending to be immigration judges and federal agents.

Feb 21 • 19:13 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Capture in Ecuador of alias ‘Mizon’, considered most wanted in Colombia: figure as leader of Los Maracuchos and link to Tren de Aragua

Luis Rolando O. A., alias Mizon, one of Colombia's most wanted criminals, was captured in Ecuador and handed over to Colombian authorities.

Feb 21 • 17:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: Colombians arrested with R$ 5,500 in stolen pharmacy products in the Campinas region

Two Colombian nationals were arrested in Campinas, Brazil, for allegedly stealing pharmacy products worth R$ 5,500.

Feb 21 • 13:07 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Andrés Cepeda returns to Ecuador with the tour 'Our Life in Songs' and presents 'Imagine' alongside Luis Fonsi

Colombian singer Andrés Cepeda is set to return to Ecuador for a concert series as part of his international tour, unveiling his new single 'Imagine' in collaboration with Luis Fonsi.

Feb 21 • 00:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Shakira will give a free concert in Mexico: know the details

Colombian singer Shakira is set to perform a free concert at the Zócalo in Mexico City on March 1, organized by the local government and Grupo Modelo to celebrate the brewery's centenary.

Feb 20 • 22:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Who is Luis Cano, the Colombian living in New Jersey who was awarded the title of the oldest man in the U.S.

Luis Cano, a Colombian resident of New Jersey, has been recognized as the oldest living man in the United States at the age of 111.

Feb 20 • 19:44 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Which foreigners most often commit crimes in Poland? Three groups stand out

The number of crimes committed by foreigners in Poland has significantly increased, with particular attention on the rising number of Colombian suspects.

Feb 20 • 19:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mexico fears Colombian drug dealers may enter disguised as football fans during the World Cup

Mexican authorities are on high alert to prevent Colombians linked to drug cartels from entering during the World Cup disguised as fans.

Feb 20 • 13:42 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Avalanche increase. A group from South America is increasingly committing crimes in Poland. Findings of 'Rzeczpospolita'

The article discusses the rising crime rates among Colombian immigrants in Poland, exploring factors contributing to this trend, along with comparisons to crimes committed by other foreign nationals such as Ukrainians and Georgians.

Feb 20 • 03:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

With butterflies and national symbols: Gustavo Petro reveals the new Colombian passport

Colombian President Gustavo Petro unveiled the new passport design, emphasizing its production by the state and the enhancement of personal data protection for citizens.

Feb 20 • 01:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Unprecedented sanction by the Supreme Court of Colombia against a lawyer who used AI

The Colombian Supreme Court imposed a fine on a lawyer for failing to verify the accuracy of information generated by AI in legal documents.

Feb 19 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Juan Gabriel Vásquez: 'Opinion columns weigh less than before, but are more necessary than ever'

Colombian novelist Juan Gabriel Vásquez reflects on the decreased impact of opinion columns amidst rising misinformation, emphasizing their continued necessity.

Feb 19 • 04:45 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Delcy Rodríguez, President of Venezuela, announces that she will meet with Gustavo Petro 'soon'

Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela's interim president, has announced her intention to meet with Colombian President Gustavo Petro to discuss key issues after a recent phone call between the two leaders.

Feb 18 • 23:39 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Delcy Rodríguez announces that she will meet "soon" with President Gustavo Petro after a phone call

Delcy Rodríguez of Venezuela has announced a forthcoming meeting with Colombian President Gustavo Petro following a recent phone conversation.

Feb 18 • 22:15 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Agreement with the United States: Ecuador Will Have More Competitive Access to Flowers than Colombia for the First Time

Ecuador is set to sign a Reciprocal Trade Agreement with the United States, which will provide Ecuadorian flower exporters with a competitive edge over Colombian flowers in the U.S. market.

Feb 18 • 16:46 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Gustavo Petro faces criticism after the death of a boy with hemophilia in Colombia

Colombian President Gustavo Petro is facing backlash after the death of a seven-year-old boy, Kevin Acosta, due to complications from hemophilia.

Feb 18 • 15:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Petro insists on holding Kevin Acosta's mother responsible for his death: 'She did not accept a surgery'

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has blamed the mother of Kevin Acosta for his death due to her refusal to allow necessary surgery, amidst ongoing debates over the healthcare system's role in the child's treatment.

Feb 18 • 14:18 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Video.. A wrestling move by Duran in his first appearance with his new team

Colombian player Juan Duran astounded spectators with a shocking wrestling-style intervention during his first match with Zenit Saint Petersburg.

Feb 18 • 09:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The driver was not the driver

This article discusses the duality and complexity of understanding language and meaning through a literary lens, referencing Colombian guerrilla priest Camilo Torres and Gabriel García Márquez.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Idyll in Santa Marta, the pearl of the Colombian Caribbean

Santa Marta, Colombia’s oldest city, celebrates its 500th anniversary as a key tourist destination highlighted by its historic center and natural beauty.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Government of Colombia announced the resumption of peace negotiations with the Gulf Clan cartel

The Colombian government has resumed peace negotiations with the Gulf Clan cartel after a brief suspension due to protests against President Gustavo Petro's agreements with Donald Trump.

Feb 17 • 18:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Who is the Colombian congresswoman allied with Trump who reported that ICE detained her son: "20 days chained"

Colombian Congresswoman Ángela Vergara has raised concerns after her son was detained by ICE, highlighting ongoing issues surrounding the treatment of migrants in the U.S.

Feb 17 • 17:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

"In Poland, we have a system of cheap slavery today." This is what the exploitation of Colombians looks like

The article discusses the exploitation of Colombian workers in Poland, highlighting their harsh working conditions and low wages.

Feb 17 • 06:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A pro-Trump Colombian congresswoman denounces that ICE detained her son and now asks for help: 'Urgent intervention'

Colombian congresswoman Ángela Vergara claims her son was unjustly detained by ICE in Louisiana and is calling for urgent intervention from the Colombian government.

Feb 16 • 23:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Colombian arrested after holding baby son hostage in Greater Fortaleza; video

A Colombian man was arrested after holding his baby son hostage in Pacatuba, Brazil, and was safely apprehended by police.

Feb 16 • 22:15 UTC

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