3 in 4 Colombian Buildings Lack Earthquake-Resistant Design
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake exposed how outdated Colombia's seismic building codes are, with experts warning that nearly three-quarters of structures nationwide lack proper earthquake-resistant design.
Iran, Houthis Threaten Oil Routes 200 Days After Strikes
Six months after a US-Israeli strike killed Iran's supreme leader, Tehran and its allies have choked key oil export routes, rattling global markets.
Cauca Emerges as Colombia’s Deadliest Region for Activists
A new Global Witness report finds that Colombia remains the world's most dangerous country for environmental defenders, with a third of 2025's killings concentrated in the southwestern department of Cauca and nearly half the victims belonging to Indigenous communities.
Colombia Named Deadliest Country for Environmental Activists
For the fourth year running, Colombia has been ranked the world's most dangerous country for environmental defenders, with 39 activists killed in 2025 alone. Global Witness reports that land conflicts and violence against Indigenous and rural leaders continue unchecked.
Girl’s Body Found in Sewer Drain in Bogotá Neighborhood
Authorities in Bogotá are investigating after the body of a girl, believed to be between 10 and 12 years old, was discovered inside a storm drain in the Ciudad Bolívar district.
Colombia Reports New Imported Measles Case in Amazonas
Colombia's Health Ministry confirmed a new imported measles case in the Amazonas department, bringing the country's 2026 tally of imported cases to 15, with no local spread detected.
James Rodríguez Retires From Colombia National Team
After 15 years and 35 caps that included a World Cup Golden Boot, James Rodríguez has announced his retirement from Colombia's national team, closing out one of the most celebrated careers in the country's soccer history.
Luis Díaz Bids Farewell to James Rodríguez After Retirement
After James Rodríguez announced his retirement from the Colombian national team, teammate Luis Díaz shared a heartfelt tribute recalling the admiration and shared dreams that marked their time together on the pitch.
Kevin Warsh: Caught Between a Rock and a Hard Place?
An opinion piece examines the tough spot facing Kevin Warsh, the former Federal Reserve governor frequently mentioned as a possible future Fed chair, as he navigates political pressure and central bank independence.
Saab’s Guilty Plea Raises New Questions for Maduro
Colombian businessman Alex Saab, long seen as a close ally of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, has pleaded guilty to money laundering charges in a Miami federal court, opening new uncertainty about his former boss's inner circle.