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Scientists in Colombia just cracked the code on growing abarco trees, one of South America's most valuable timber species, after six years of careful study. Their findings could transform reforestation efforts and help forests thrive as the climate shifts.
Colombian golfer Nico Echavarria promised his wife they'd get a dog after his third PGA Tour win. Now, after a stunning comeback at the Cognizant Classic, that Bernedoodle is officially happening.
Colombian superstar Shakira performed for 400,000 fans in Mexico City's historic Zócalo plaza, shattering the venue's attendance record. The free concert wrapped her 31-show Mexican tour that spanned nearly a year due to overwhelming demand.
As rising temperatures threaten global coffee supplies, farmers in Ethiopia and Colombia are fighting back with natural solutions that are working. Their shade tree planting and sustainable practices are protecting harvests and showing a path forward.
The Macaquiño people of Colombia's Amazon are working to preserve ancestral fishing knowledge that has sustained their community for generations. As modern gear replaces handcrafted traps, elders fear losing traditional techniques that protect both fish populations and cultural heritage.
A new digital tool is bringing Colombia's legal protections for women out of legal jargon and into everyday language. After reviewing 117 laws, UN Women created DIME Mujer to help Colombian women understand and claim their rights.
Colombia's Runt Por Placa system lets anyone check a vehicle's full history, insurance, and fines online in seconds. The digital platform is transforming how millions of Colombians manage their cars and motorcycles without leaving home.
Colombia's capital is reversing urban inequality by bringing its first clean air zones to the communities hit hardest by toxic air. The result: healthier kids, greener streets, and a blueprint other cities want to copy.
Researchers discovered six new species of ancient, fragile comb jellies in Colombia's ocean using underwater photography. These gelatinous creatures predate dinosaurs and collapse instantly when removed from water.
After a tense suspension, Colombia's government and the country's largest paramilitary organization have resumed negotiations that could bring peace to regions controlled by armed groups for three decades. The talks aim to demobilize nearly 10,000 members and restore government services to neglected communities.
Colombia jumped to third place in Latin America for electric vehicle sales in 2025, selling nearly 20,000 fully electric cars and doubling its market in just one year. The country now leads the region with clean vehicles making up over a third of all new car sales.
Colombia's government won backing from labor unions and businesses to maintain a historic 23.7% minimum wage increase that brings workers closer to a living wage. Despite legal challenges and warnings of job losses, the country's unemployment rate has dropped to its third-lowest level ever.
Colombia's government and the Gulf Clan have overcome a diplomatic hurdle to restart peace negotiations, bringing hope back to a decades-long effort to end internal conflict. The talks, which paused earlier this month over concerns about U.S. pressure, are now moving forward with international support.
Eight years after Colombia's historic peace agreement, a special court is finally delivering justice to victims through groundbreaking restorative sentences. The International Criminal Court just praised the progress, signaling hope for thousands affected by decades of conflict.
Women now hold 40% of C-suite roles in Colombia's tech sector, up significantly from previous years. Eight trailblazing female founders and executives are leading the charge in fintech, healthcare, and streaming innovation.
Paralympic champions from India, Colombia, and Kenya kicked off the 2026 para athletics season in Dubai with stunning performances. India dominated with 16 gold medals as athletes proved their Paris 2024 success was just the beginning.
Six decades after his disappearance, Colombia has returned the remains of Camilo Torres, a priest who left academia to fight poverty and later died in conflict. His family chose to honor him at a university chapel, celebrating his lasting impact on education and faith.
Six million Colombians living in conflict-affected regions just got a decade more support after the president signed a law extending development programs born from the 2016 peace agreement. Poverty in these 170 rural municipalities has already dropped by nearly 40 percent since the programs began.
A hyperrealistic ceramic figurine from ancient Colombia captures the wrinkled face and authority of a revered elder who commanded both love and fear. The 25-inch statue reveals how the Tumaco-Tolita people honored their powerful leaders over two millennia ago.
Colombia's Catholic bishops are urging their nation toward reconciliation and peaceful democratic participation as the country prepares for March and May elections. Their message comes after a five-day assembly focused on healing divisions and supporting vulnerable communities.
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