Former Colombian university rector indicted for bribing paramilitary
The former rector of a university in northern Colombia, was indicted Thursday over allegations she tried to bribe a paramilitary commander to not incriminate her in a murder case.
The National University, Bogota’s way-off-the-radar tourist attraction
Colombia’s capital of Bogota certainly has its fair share of tourist attractions, but the leftist-graffiti-filled National University has remained off the typical tourist itinerary.
Falcao unveils newest on-field distraction: Spotted soccer cleats (VIDEO)
Colombian star striker Radamel Falcao is getting a new pair of soccer cleats on Saturday and the media is already buzzing.
Bogota gets ready for 5th International Photography Festival (VIDEO)
Photography enthusiasts are in for a treat over the next month, as Colombia’s capital of Bogota plays host to more than 30 exhibitions encompassing the work of both local and…
Sofia Vergara buys rights to produce Argentine soap opera
Colombian actress and model, Sofia Vergara’s company bought the rights to produce an English version of the Argentine show “Killer Women” or “Mujeres Asesinatos” for the U.S. TV network ABC.…
Colombia’s Vallenato Festival crowns new king
Colombia’s famous Vallenato Legend Festival on Wednesday crowned talented accordion player Wilber Mendoza the Vallenato King.
French pop star Emma Shapplin returns to Colombia (VIDEO)
French pop star Emma Shapplin will bring her compellingly unique music to Medellin, followed by the Colombian capital of Bogota this May.
Life on the edge: Colombian rock climber Daniel Tirado
Daniel Tirado, an adventure junkie, reality show winner, author and owner of Medellin’s largest climbing gym, spoke about his passion for rock climbing, and his hope to revolutionize the scene…
Month-long ‘May for Life’ celebration promotes nonviolence in Medellin
Colombia’s second city, Medellin, will host May for Life, a month-long celebration to promote nonviolence in a city that continues to struggle with its violent perception.