Interpol President Escapes Custody in Colombia
Former Interpol president Meng Hongwei dramatically escapes house arrest in Colombia, sparking an international manhunt across South America as authorities warn he may attempt to flee the continent.
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Brazil President Lula hospitalised with pneumonia
Brazil's leader Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has been admitted to hospital with bacterial pneumonia, forcing cancellation of his official state visit to Colombia amid health concerns.
Interpol alert as Amazon criminals flee to Colombia
International police organisation Interpol has triggered a worldwide alarm after dangerous environmental criminals escaped Brazilian custody and are suspected to have crossed into Colombian territory, raising serious concerns about transnational organised
British teen drug mule toasts bread with candle in prison
Exclusive: Bella Culley, 19, reveals shocking conditions in South American prison after being caught with cocaine worth £250,000, forced to use candles for basic cooking.
Pennsylvania manhunt for escaped murderer intensifies
Authorities intensify search operations as convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante remains at large after dramatic prison escape from Chester County, Pennsylvania.
Amazon's Record Drought: Rivers Hit Historic Lows
The Amazon rainforest faces an unprecedented environmental emergency as major rivers reach historic lows, disrupting communities and threatening ecosystems across South America.
Monkey escapes in Texas Halloween store, swings from rafters
A wild monkey caused pandemonium at a Texas Halloween superstore, swinging through rafters and sending shoppers into panic before wildlife officials captured the escaped primate.
Police destroy teen gangster's memorial after murder
Shocking police intervention in Colombia sees officers destroy memorial for decapitated 17-year-old gang member just days after his brutal killing sparked violent riots.
Rhesus monkey escapes Tulane research facility
A rhesus monkey's daring escape from Tulane University's research centre triggers intensive search involving multiple agencies as officials warn public not to approach
Lab Monkey Escape Sparks Mississippi Health Alert
A potentially disease-carrying research monkey escapes Louisiana lab during transport, triggering multi-state search and urgent public health warnings in Mississippi.
NYPD detective dies after cosmetic surgery in Colombia
Alicia Stone, a 43-year-old NYPD detective, tragically died after undergoing a cosmetic procedure in Colombia, highlighting the dangers of medical tourism abroad.
Brazil leads global deforestation crisis as Amazon destruction continues
Shocking new data reveals Brazil remains the world's worst offender for tropical deforestation, with Indonesia and Colombia following closely. Discover why conservation efforts are failing and what this means for global climate targets.
Bogotá's elderly transform lives through community programme
Discover how Colombia's pioneering community programme is fighting loneliness and empowering senior citizens through intergenerational connections in Bogotá.
US sanctions Colombian President Gustavo Petro
The United States has taken the extraordinary step of sanctioning Colombian President Gustavo Petro, freezing his US assets and banning American dealings in a dramatic escalation over his government's policies.
Trump suggested attacking drug boats in Pacific
Former President Donald Trump reportedly suggested attacking drug smuggling boats in the Pacific during a White House meeting, alarming military officials with his aggressive approach to combating cartels.
Colombia's Supreme Court overturns Uribe conviction
In a dramatic legal turnaround, Colombia's Supreme Court has overturned the conviction of former president Álvaro Uribe for witness tampering and fraud, sending shockwaves through the nation's political landscape.
Colombia legalises assisted dying in Supreme Court ruling
In a groundbreaking move, Colombia's Supreme Court has expanded euthanasia rights, making it the first Latin American nation to legalise assisted dying for non-terminally ill patients. Discover the implications of this historic judgement.
Colombia warns Trump return would escalate drug war
In an exclusive interview, Colombia's President Gustavo Petro delivers a chilling prediction about the future of narcotics policy, warning that a Trump victory would plunge the Americas into a renewed and intensified drug conflict.
Colombia recalls US ambassador over Trump comments
Bogotá takes unprecedented action after former President Donald Trump's inflammatory remarks about Colombia, escalating tensions between the two nations.
Trump's contentious Colombia visit clashes with Petro
Former US President Donald Trump faces diplomatic tensions during Colombia trip as he meets President Gustavo Petro amid stark policy disagreements on Venezuela and cocaine eradication.
Colombian President brands Trump 'fascist' in explosive attack
Former US President Donald Trump faces fierce condemnation from Colombia's left-wing leader Gustavo Petro, who brands him a 'fascist' and 'murderer' in a blistering social media attack that threatens to strain US-Colombia relations.
Trump Accuses Colombian President of Drug Trafficking
Former US President Donald Trump launches extraordinary social media assault against Colombia's Gustavo Petro, making unsubstantiated drug trafficking allegations that threaten diplomatic relations.
US backs Ecuador and Colombia in Caribbean security crackdown
The United States commits to enhanced security cooperation with Ecuador and Colombia during high-level Washington talks, targeting Caribbean security threats and organised crime networks.
Gang leader plunges to death from police helicopter
Exclusive footage captures the dramatic final moments of a wanted criminal's fatal escape attempt during a police transfer operation in Colombia.
Uruguay court rules against Colombia in maritime dispute
In a groundbreaking verdict, Uruguay's Supreme Court has ruled in favour of Ecuador in a complex maritime boundary case against Colombia, reshaping territorial waters in Latin America's Pacific region.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
Maduro: Colombia harbouring terrorist plots against Venezuela
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro alleges Colombian territory is being used to plan attacks against his government, escalating regional tensions and drawing international concern.
English woman's secret five-year affair with Pablo Escobar
Exclusive: The shocking confession of an English woman who maintained a secret five-year relationship with the world's most notorious drug lord, Pablo Escobar, revealing intimate details of their dangerous liaison.
Colombia seizes US military boats in Caribbean standoff
Colombian President Gustavo Petro orders seizure of US military vessels in escalating diplomatic row over Caribbean military presence and regional sovereignty.
Four Dangerous Inmates Escape New Orleans Jail
A major security alert continues in Louisiana as four inmates, including violent offenders, remain at large following a meticulously planned escape from New Orleans jail. Authorities warn the public not to approach.
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