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Colombian Air Force bombs FARC dissident camp

In a major security operation, Colombian military forces have targeted and destroyed a FARC dissident training camp in the northern Magdalena region, dealing a significant blow to rebel factions refusing to honour the 2016 peace agreement.

Escobar's hippos plague Colombia's ecosystem

The ghost of Pablo Escobar continues to haunt Colombia as his imported hippos, once private zoo attractions, now threaten ecosystems and public safety in a growing environmental crisis.

TikTok Star Dies After Posting Disturbing Final Video

Popular Colombian TikTok influencer Juanita Zapata has tragically died after sharing a harrowing final video detailing her health struggles. The 22-year-old's sudden passing has sent shockwaves through her online community.

Amazon Tribes Forge Historic Pact Against Deforestation

In a landmark move for conservation, 14 Indigenous communities from Peru and Colombia forge a historic alliance to combat illegal logging and mining, safeguarding a vital corridor of the Amazon rainforest.

Colombia sterilises Pablo Escobar's 'cocaine hippos'

In an unprecedented move, Colombian authorities have initiated a surgical sterilisation programme for the infamous 'cocaine hippos', descendants of Pablo Escobar's private zoo, to control their booming population near Bogotá.

Orlando Pride break world transfer record for Lizbeth Ovalle

In a landmark deal for women's football, Orlando Pride have broken the global transfer record to acquire 22-year-old Colombian winger Lizbeth Ovalle from Mexican giants Tigres UANL, signalling a major shift in the sport's financial landscape.

Lost Ancient City Discovered in Amazon Jungle

Archaeologists have made a staggering discovery in the Colombian Amazon, unearthing a vast ancient city complete with mysterious earthworks and a network of roads, challenging everything we thought we knew about pre-Hispanic civilisations.

Colombia's ELN agrees ceasefire in peace deal

Colombia's National Liberation Army (ELN) has agreed to a six-month ceasefire with the government, marking a significant step towards lasting peace after decades of conflict.

Colombian senator dies after campaign shooting

Colombian senator and prominent political figure Miguel Uribe has died from injuries sustained in a shooting during his election campaign in June, sparking national outrage.

Colombian Senator Dies After Bogotá Shooting

Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay has passed away weeks after being shot during a campaign rally in Bogotá, sparking national mourning and renewed calls for political safety reforms.

Bogotá considers expansion to Pacific Ocean

Colombia’s capital, Bogotá, is considering a radical proposal to expand its territory to the Pacific Ocean, sparking debates over feasibility and environmental impact.

Gangs use fake royalty in Facebook scams

Criminal gangs in Colombia are impersonating royalty on Facebook to deceive victims into handing over money, with authorities warning of a surge in such scams.

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