Fifty countries, including Canada, gathered in Colombia for climate talks aimed at negotiating a global transition away from fossil fuels. Participants were urged to intensify efforts as the discussions concluded.
Anant Ambani, the son of an Indian billionaire, has offered to house Pablo Escobar's approximately 80 hippos at his private zoo in India. This offer aims to save the animals from potential culling in Colombia, where their uncontrolled population poses an ecological threat.
A debate is ongoing in Colombia regarding the future of the hippos originally brought into the country by drug lord Pablo Escobar, with public opinion divided on how to manage the growing population.
A global conference held in Colombia aimed at accelerating the shift from fossil fuels to cleaner energy has underscored the significant barrier posed by a lack of financing. Officials and experts at the gathering emphasized this as one of the biggest obstacles.
An analysis suggests the Middle East crisis could impose $1 trillion in additional global costs, while oil companies are making 'obscene' profits, leading to calls for an urgent windfall tax on excess fossil fuel earnings.
At least 20 people were killed in a highway blast in Colombia, which President Gustavo Petro attributed to a 'narco-terrorist group' led by a former FARC fighter.
A series of guerrilla attacks in southwest Colombia over the weekend resulted in at least 20 deaths and 45 injuries. The offensive, which began on Friday, targeted military and civil infrastructure in the Cauca and Valle del Cauca regions.
A recent poll by Invamer indicates that Senator Ivan Cepeda has expanded his lead over his far-right rival, Abelardo de la Espriella, in Colombia's presidential race, securing 44.3% support among polled voters.
A bomb attack at a roadblock in southwest Colombia has resulted in the deaths of at least 19 civilians. The incident occurred approximately one month before the country's presidential elections.
A recent poll suggests that Colombia's ruling left-wing party is on track to extend its time in power, with Cepeda emerging as the leading candidate. This indicates a potential continuation of the current political direction.
Colombia has hosted the first meeting of a 'coalition of the willing' aimed at phasing out fossil fuels, initiating strategy talks despite the absence of major global emitters, as the energy crisis continues to worsen.
A conference is being held in Colombia to discuss strategies for phasing out coal, oil, and natural gas. Participants are exploring how to transition away from fossil fuels.
The Netherlands and Colombia have initiated the first global talks aimed at phasing out fossil fuels, driven by frustration over stalemates at previous COP climate conferences. This new initiative seeks to bring together countries committed to transitioning away from fossil fuels.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro held a meeting with Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, marking the first such encounter for a head of state in what one source describes as 'post-Maduro Venezuela.' During this period, Rodríguez also declared the termination of the Amnesty Law, affecting nearly 500 political prisoners.
A coalition of willing nations has initiated the first-ever talks specifically aimed at phasing out fossil fuels. These discussions seek to advance climate policy amidst deepening UN deadlock on the issue.
A suspect accused of assassinating Colombian presidential hopeful Fernando Uribe has been apprehended in Argentina. This arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation.
Six women from various countries have been awarded the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize for their impactful work in environmental protection. One recipient was specifically recognized for her legal victory against greenhouse gas emissions.
Three Colombian soldiers were killed and two others wounded in an ambush involving explosive-laden drones, carried out by dissidents from the 'Comandos de Frontera' group.
Colombia's Congress is debating a bill to ban female genital mutilation, a practice that persists in some Indigenous Embera communities in the Risaralda region despite severe health risks.
Maxwell Agbagba, a Presidential Affairs Correspondent at Joy FM/JoyNews, has been chosen as one of five journalists globally to participate in an international climate reporting initiative by Clean Energy Wire (CLEW) at a conference in Colombia.
Communities in Medellín, Colombia, are adopting measures like rainwater harvesting and eco-gardens to enhance their resilience against landslides and flooding, contributing to the city's climate change planning.
Colombia's Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP) has revised and increased the official number of 'false positive' killings, extrajudicial executions by the military, to 7,837.
Colombia's President Gustavo Petro told a 57-country climate summit that a 'suicidal' model of capitalism, driven by fossil fuel interests, threatens to lead to war, fascism, and humanity's potential extinction.
Former Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos stated that the failure to properly implement the historic peace deal has empowered armed groups, leading to widespread deforestation. He made these remarks in an interview in Santa Marta, Colombia.
Colombia is experiencing a surge in violence, with dozens of attacks reported across the country in the lead-up to the upcoming presidential elections.
Nearly 60 nations have gathered at a new conference to push for the phase-out of fossil fuels, aiming to represent a new force in global climate action. States are uniting in a renewed effort to ditch coal, oil, and gas.
At Modelo penitentiary in Bogotá, a band named Simbiotes is using music to reduce hostilities, build bridges, and create a space of dignity for both guards and prisoners.
A bomb attack on a highway in southwest Colombia killed at least 13 to 20 people and injured many more, with the president blaming rebels amidst an ongoing wave of violence ahead of the country's election.
A deadly attack in Colombia, attributed to FARC dissidents, has resulted in at least 13 to 14 fatalities. Police sources confirm the use of explosives in the incident.
Colombian artist Fernando Botero's distinctive "Boterismo" style, characterized by exaggerated, voluminous figures, is now on display in Seoul, with the artist emphasizing that "art must create pleasure."
The leaders of Colombia and Venezuela are scheduled to meet in Caracas to hold discussions focused on security matters. This meeting aims to address shared concerns between the two nations.
Delegates from over 50 countries convened in Colombia for an unprecedented meeting, aiming to establish a practical roadmap for transitioning the world away from fossil fuels.
Indigenous groups in Colombia are recognized as having a crucial role in the country's transition to renewable energy. Their involvement is seen as vital for the success of sustainable development initiatives.
Candidates in the Colombian elections are now preparing for a debate following a reversal by Cepeda. This development sets the stage for a key electoral discussion.
Colombian authorities have reportedly discovered a plot to assassinate leftist Senator Ivan Cepeda, who is the frontrunner in the country's presidential election race.
Colombia’s environment minister asserted that global crises, including the conflict in the Middle East, should hasten the shift away from fossil fuels, despite geopolitical tensions complicating the energy transition.
Colombia is hosting a conference in Santa Marta to form a climate 'coalition of the willing,' born out of frustration with COP summits' inability to make progress on fossil fuels.
Colombian authorities have renewed the water license for Coca-Cola's bottler in Cundinamarca province but drastically reduced the amount of water it can use. This decision follows claims of environmental abuse against the soda manufacturer.
Four years after the president's "total peace" pledge, the upcoming Colombian election sees candidates divided on how to tackle the resurgence of guerrilla attacks and violence.
A recent conference has been highlighted as a potential "turning point" for the world's use of fossil fuels. Discussions focused on the urgent need to exit from fossil fuels wherever possible, signaling a push towards sustainable energy solutions.
An explosion that resulted in 20 civilian deaths in Colombia has exposed the ongoing power struggle between armed groups and the state, particularly with the FARC dissident front commanded by Iván Mordisco.
Around 50 to 60 nations convened in Colombia for a "world-first" conference aimed at negotiating a pact for the gradual transition away from fossil fuels. The talks sought to form a "coalition of the willing" to accelerate the global exit from fossil energy.
The body of 51-year-old Rabbi Nachum Israel Auer, a Brooklyn Hassidic Jew, was discovered in a desecrated state in a remote area of Colombia, with ZAKA working to repatriate his remains.
Colombia has offered a record $1.4 million reward for information leading to the capture of a rebel accused of a deadly bomb attack that killed at least 20 people on a highway. The attack occurred ahead of upcoming May elections.
The death toll from a bus bombing on a highway in Colombia has risen to 20 people. This incident occurred amidst a broader wave of violence in the country.
Newly released dashcam video shows the moment a bomb-laden bus exploded in Colombia, an incident that resulted in fatalities. The footage provides further details on the deadly attack.
A bomb attack on a highway in Colombia killed 14 civilians and injured dozens, with authorities blaming dissident FARC rebels for the incident which occurred weeks before the presidential election.
Colombia and Venezuela have signed an agreement for military cooperation to combat criminal networks along their shared border. This accord was reached during the first visit by a Colombian president to Venezuela in a significant diplomatic step.
A growing number of Colombian soldiers are fighting on the front lines in Ukraine, reportedly attracted by comparatively high salaries and a sense of adventure.
A suspect has been apprehended in Argentina in connection with the assassination of Colombian presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe. The arrest marks a significant development in the high-profile murder investigation.
Colombian superstar Karol G has officially announced her extensive global 'Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour' stadium tour, with dates spanning multiple continents through 2027. The tour includes major stops in cities like London, Barcelona, Madrid, and Seville.
Colombia's energy sector is navigating a complex landscape characterized by strong production, but also significant investment uncertainty and political risks.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced his intention to sue Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa for slander. This follows comments made by Noboa that Petro deemed defamatory.
Hit-for-hire murders are on the rise in Bogotá, constituting half of all homicides, driven by sophisticated organized crime, easy access to firearms, and a lack of intelligence data.
Francia Márquez, Colombia's first Black vice-president, has spoken out about the challenges and strains in her relationship with the president, attributing her frustrations over the past four years to racism within the Colombian state.