Colombian Influencer Detained by ICE Describes ‘Mental Torture’
A 22-year-old Colombian content creator was detained by U.S. immigration agents at Miami airport and later described his 18 days in custody as psychologically brutal before agreeing to leave the country voluntarily.
Mexican Firms Lag Badly in AI Adoption, Report Finds
A new report says just 8% of Mexican businesses have adopted artificial intelligence tools, putting the country well behind global trends in workplace automation and digital transformation.
Colombia Lifts General Suspension on Gun Carry Permits
President Abelardo De La Espriella has signed a decree restoring the validity of existing firearm carry permits across Colombia, ending a near-decade-long blanket suspension while stressing that no new rights to bear arms are created.
Colombia Lifts Suspension on Gun-Carry Permits
President Abelardo De La Espriella signed a decree ending Colombia's blanket suspension on firearm-carry permits, insisting the move does not open the door to unrestricted gun ownership.
Colombia, US Sign Deal on Critical Minerals
Colombia and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding on critical minerals during Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Barranquilla, part of a broader US push to counter China's dominance in the sector.
US Prepares to Send Three Reaper Drones to Colombia
Colombia is negotiating with the United States to bring in three MQ-9A Reaper drones on loan, boosting surveillance capabilities used in recent strikes against armed groups.
Rubio Visits Colombia, Meets President in Barranquilla
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio traveled to Barranquilla to meet with Colombian President Abelardo De La Espriella, with talks focused on regional security, anti-drug efforts and U.S. support after a major earthquake.
Identities Revealed in Miami Amazon Cargo Plane Crash
Authorities have identified the five victims of a fiery Amazon cargo plane accident at Miami International Airport, where a Boeing 767 skidded off the runway during its third flight of the day.
Mexican Youth Hit Hardest by Suicide in 2025 Data
New figures show that young people between 15 and 29 recorded the highest suicide rate of any age group in Mexico during 2025, underscoring a persistent mental health crisis among the country's youth.
Report: UAE Warned Netanyahu of Hamas Attack Before Oct. 7
A new book claims Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu received a direct phone warning from the UAE president about an imminent Hamas assault—ten days before the October 7, 2023 attacks.