Intelligence official’s lawyer resigns due to threats
The lawyer for a former DAS official who has been implicated in the illegal wiretapping of government opponents resigns due to threats, reported W Radio Tuesday. Ulises Duran stepped down…
The lawyer for a former DAS official who has been implicated in the illegal wiretapping of government opponents resigns due to threats, reported W Radio Tuesday. Ulises Duran stepped down…
A human rights NGO requested special treatment for high-profile Colombian prisoners with health problems, reports newspaper El Tiempo Tuesday. The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) called for precautionary measures…
Combating crime in the border area between Colombia and Ecuador will be a priority on the countries’ renewed diplomatic agenda, reports newspaper El Espectador Monday. “Security is one of the…
Feria Taurina de la Macarena (The Macarena Bullfighting Festival) in Medellin, celebrates its 20th year this January. The bullfighting festival is considered one of the most important in South America,…
The Dutch symphonic metal band Epica will perform at Jorge Isaacs Theater in Cali, Colombia February 2, according to Rockolombia’s website. Epica’s sound is characterized its gothic metal foundation blended…
Plans are underway to construct a $50 million port in Barranquilla, Colombia’s main port to the Caribbean, reported newspaper La Republica Monday. Construction company Inacar is working on getting permits from…
More plants and animals were poached in Colombia in 2010 than in previous years, reported newspaper El Tiempo Monday. Authorities in confiscated 161 items per day in 2010, up from…
Colombia’s Senate will address illegal armed groups’ use of mining to generate income, reported W Radio Monday. Controlling illegal mining, along with improving mine safety standards, will be a priority on…
Colombian superstar Sofia Vergara left the Golden Globe Awards empty handed Sunday, reported La F.M. radio. Vergara was nominated for best supporting actress in a TV series for her role…