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US Pledges $1 Billion Aid to Colombia as New President Takes Office
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US Pledges $1 Billion Aid to Colombia as New President Takes Office

The United States has pledged $1 billion in security aid to Colombia on the first day of the new Trump-backed president's term. The new president, nicknamed "The Tiger," has vowed to combat drug trafficking.

Colombian Cartels Learn Drone Warfare in Ukraine
Technologyprotothema-en2d ago

Colombian Cartels Learn Drone Warfare in Ukraine

Colombian cartels and armed groups are reportedly sending fighters to Ukraine to learn drone warfare tactics, intending to bring this knowledge back to their home countries, according to a Financial Times report.

Shakira Recreates Iconic 1997 Meme, Delighting Fans
Cultureindex-hrklix-ba3d ago2 sources

Shakira Recreates Iconic 1997 Meme, Delighting Fans

Colombian singer Shakira has recreated a photograph from 1997 that became a popular internet meme, delighting fans with the nostalgic callback and sparking reactions online about her unchanged appearance.

Shakira Jabs Ex Gerard Pique, Igniting Online Storm
Culturedelfi-lt19d ago

Shakira Jabs Ex Gerard Pique, Igniting Online Storm

Colombian pop star Shakira publicly criticized her ex-partner Gerard Pique on social media, sparking a massive trolling campaign against him online, reportedly triggered by an Instagram photo with the Spanish football team.

Colombian President Petro to Lead Opposition After Term
Politicsobservador20d ago

Colombian President Petro to Lead Opposition After Term

Colombian President Gustavo Petro, nearing the end of his term, has accepted to lead the opposition once he leaves office. He anticipates a 'united bench' as he is succeeded by right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella in early August.

Todd Blanche Confirmed as US Attorney General in Narrow Senate Vote
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+59FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dkFox News+51 more1d ago62 sources

Todd Blanche Confirmed as US Attorney General in Narrow Senate Vote

Todd Blanche, former personal lawyer to Donald Trump, has been confirmed as the new US Attorney General by the Senate. His confirmation passed with a narrow vote, drawing criticism even from some Republicans.

Brussels Times Website Compromised by Illicit Drug Advertisements
Worldbrussels-times2d ago

Brussels Times Website Compromised by Illicit Drug Advertisements

The Brussels Times website has been compromised, displaying numerous search results and articles promoting the purchase of cocaine and other illicit drugs in various international locations. These articles appear to be spam or a result of a cyberattack, redirecting users to drug-related websites.

"The Wanted" Operation Leads to Extraditions to Albania
Worldbalkan-web2d ago

"The Wanted" Operation Leads to Extraditions to Albania

Albania's "The Wanted" international operation, in collaboration with Interpol partners, resulted in two extraditions. Saimir Rosales Rodriguez, known as "The Chemist," was extradited from Colombia, and another individual was brought from Italy, both sought for serious criminal offenses.

Russia Denies Recruiting Colombian Mercenaries for Ukraine War
Worldfazdelfi-ltndtv+2newsbeastvanguard-ng3d ago5 sources

Russia Denies Recruiting Colombian Mercenaries for Ukraine War

Russia has officially denied allegations that it is recruiting mercenaries from Colombia to fight in the war against Ukraine. This denial comes after reports and accusations surfaced regarding the involvement of Colombian nationals.

Pablo Escobar Hippo Offspring Rescued in Colombia
Worldiefimeridanewsbeast4d ago2 sources

Pablo Escobar Hippo Offspring Rescued in Colombia

A newborn hippopotamus, descended from Pablo Escobar's notorious herd, has been successfully rescued in Colombia. This rescue highlights ongoing efforts to manage the invasive population of hippos originally brought to the country by the drug lord.

Truck Bomb Explodes Outside Colombian Police Base, Injuring 11
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Truck Bomb Explodes Outside Colombian Police Base, Injuring 11

A truck bomb exploded outside a police base in Colombia, injuring 11 officers and killing a dog in what authorities described as a terrorist attack. This incident occurred just days before a presidential inauguration.

Shakira Experiences Best Streaming Era
Culturerolling-stone13d ago

Shakira Experiences Best Streaming Era

Colombian superstar Shakira is currently enjoying a significant surge in streaming numbers, with both new anthems and older hits gaining notable traction decades into her career.

Colombian Islands Affected by US 'Drug War' Airstrikes
WorldThe Guardian15d ago

Colombian Islands Affected by US 'Drug War' Airstrikes

At least 16 fishers from the English-speaking Colombian islands of San Andrés and Providence have gone missing since January, reportedly caught up in US 'drug war' airstrikes in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific.

Colombia Declares Emergency Over Upcoming El Niño Drought
WorldColombia Reports18d ago

Colombia Declares Emergency Over Upcoming El Niño Drought

Colombia’s government has declared a national emergency in anticipation of extreme drought conditions expected in December due to the El Niño climate phenomenon. The environmental institute IDEAM forecasts severe water shortages.

Poland Sees Breakthrough in Immigrant Deportations
Worldrzeczpospolita19d ago

Poland Sees Breakthrough in Immigrant Deportations

In the first half of the year, 5,640 immigrants from distant countries were forcibly deported from Poland, primarily to Georgia, Uzbekistan, and Colombia. The article questions the cost-effectiveness of these deportations compared to maintaining immigrants in Poland.

Colombia to Move Embassy to Jerusalem
Politicsiefimerida23d ago

Colombia to Move Embassy to Jerusalem

Colombia's elected president, Abelardo de la Espriella, has announced plans to move the country's embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, potentially escalating international tensions.

Bomb Attacks Mar New Colombian President's First Day in Office
Worldle-mondeAl Jazeerahelsingin-sanomat+16nosaftonbladetberlingskeder-spiegelle-figarosvenska-dagbladetder-standardvg+8 more11h ago19 sources

Bomb Attacks Mar New Colombian President's First Day in Office

Multiple bomb attacks, including a car bomb, occurred in Colombia on the first day of President Abelardo de la Espriella's new administration, resulting in at least one police officer dead. The attacks overshadowed the start of the new government's term.

US Rejects China's Scarborough Shoal Claim, Citing Regional Instability
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US Rejects China's Scarborough Shoal Claim, Citing Regional Instability

The United States has rejected China's attempts to enforce new restrictions at Scarborough Reef, stating that China's claim over the Scarborough Shoal is destabilizing the region. This comes amidst various other global developments, including a Verizon mobile service outage in the U.S. and discussions regarding the Trump Gaza plan.

Senate Confirms Trump's Former Lawyer Blanche as Attorney General
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+59wapoThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraFox Newscnbcnosruv+51 more1d ago62 sources

Senate Confirms Trump's Former Lawyer Blanche as Attorney General

The GOP-controlled Senate confirmed Donald Trump's former lawyer, Blanche, as the new Attorney General, a move seen as a significant win for Trump and an endorsement of a Justice Department under his influence.

US and Oman Report Progress on Hormuz Strait Deal with Iran
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US and Oman Report Progress on Hormuz Strait Deal with Iran

The United States and Oman are reportedly nearing a deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz, with American officials expressing optimism about avoiding further escalation with Iran. This comes as the highest-ranking US general seeks an 'off-ramp' to the conflict.

New Colombian President Vows to Confront Drug Cartels
Politicshelsingin-sanomathvg2d ago2 sources

New Colombian President Vows to Confront Drug Cartels

Colombia's new president has vowed to confront drug cartels, sending a strong message through his inauguration location and appearing behind bulletproof glass. This signals an intensification of the war on drugs in the Americas.

Brussels Times Publishes Numerous Drug-Related Search Queries
Worldbrussels-times2d ago

Brussels Times Publishes Numerous Drug-Related Search Queries

The Brussels Times published multiple search queries related to buying cocaine and other drugs in various international locations. These articles appear to be search engine optimization (SEO) spam, featuring phrases like 'WWW FINDCOK ORG' and 'WWW BUY-COKE COM' alongside city names.

Israel Expands Diplomatic Ties in Latin America
Worldiefimerida3d ago

Israel Expands Diplomatic Ties in Latin America

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar embarked on a tour of Ecuador and Colombia, aiming to strengthen Israel's diplomatic ties with Latin American countries currently led by right-wing governments.

Culturebillboard4d ago

Andrés Cepeda Launches Independent Music Label

Colombian singer-songwriter Andrés Cepeda has launched his own independent label, Andrés Cepeda Música, citing significant changes in the music industry. His first project under the new label is the live album 'Big Band 2'.

Colombia Police Station Bombed, 14 Wounded
PoliticsFrance 247d ago

Colombia Police Station Bombed, 14 Wounded

A truck bomb near the Venezuela border wounded 14 people at a Colombian police station, with the government blaming rebel groups for the attack, which occurred less than a week before the new president-elect takes office.

US border tsar says vetting of ICE officer is under internal review after Maine shooting
PoliticsAl JazeeraSCMP13d ago2 sources

US border tsar says vetting of ICE officer is under internal review after Maine shooting

US President Donald Trump’s border tsar said on Sunday that the vetting of an immigration officer involved in the deadly shooting of a Colombian native in Maine is under internal review after relatives revealed to Associated Press that he had a history of serious mental health struggles and violent behaviour. Tom Homan said if the allegations against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer are true, “I don’t think he should ever have cleared vetting.” “There’s several things under...

Van Gogh's Use of Perspective Frame for 3D Sunflowers Explored
Culturehvg16d ago

Van Gogh's Use of Perspective Frame for 3D Sunflowers Explored

Historian György Jakab delves into the reasons behind Vincent Van Gogh's use of a perspective frame to create a three-dimensional effect in his sunflower paintings, alongside discussions of Hungarian history and a documentary novel about a Colombian sculptor.

Néstor Lorenzo Extends Contract as Colombia Soccer Coach
CultureYahoo17d ago

Néstor Lorenzo Extends Contract as Colombia Soccer Coach

Néstor Lorenzo will continue as the coach for the Colombia national soccer team after leading them to concede only one goal in five games at the recent World Cup, with his contract extension confirmed by the Colombian Football Federation.

Colombia Joins Trump's Anti-Drug Alliance
Worldnewsbeast18d ago

Colombia Joins Trump's Anti-Drug Alliance

Colombia's newly elected right-wing president announced the opening of an "America's Shield" initiative office in Medellín, an alliance promoted by Trump against drugs.

Colombian President-Elect Alleges Assassination Plot
Politicsle-figarodigi24iefimerida+1newsbeast19d ago4 sources

Colombian President-Elect Alleges Assassination Plot

Colombia's president-elect has claimed that guerrilla groups have devised a "criminal plan" to assassinate him, reportedly valued at $1 million. This accusation has raised significant security concerns.

Venice Critics’ Week Unveils 2026 Film Selection
Culturevarietyhollywood-reporterdeadline+1tunisia-live20d ago4 sources

Venice Critics’ Week Unveils 2026 Film Selection

The Venice Critics’ Week has announced its 2026 selection, featuring a political and experimental lineup of films from countries including Colombia, China, and Tunisia. The selection includes Shalini Adnani’s 'Our Share of Sand' and the AI-assisted Colombian documentary 'The End of Times'.

Colombian Farmers Struggle to Quit Cocaine Production
PoliticsBBC20d ago

Colombian Farmers Struggle to Quit Cocaine Production

Farmers in Colombia who cultivate the raw material for cocaine are reportedly struggling to transition away from the illicit crop, citing a significant lack of support and viable alternatives to help them switch to other agricultural products.

Colombia Withdraws from ICJ Genocide Case Against Israel
Politicsklix-ba23d ago

Colombia Withdraws from ICJ Genocide Case Against Israel

Colombia's newly elected President Abelardo de la Espriella announced that the country will withdraw from the lawsuit filed by South Africa against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, which alleges genocide in Gaza.