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California Man Who Goes on Tinder Date in Colombia Found Dead on Street; Police Say He Was Drugged and Robbed

A California man was found dead on a street in Colombia after he went on a date with a woman he met on the dating app Tinder.
Colombia Airport Police Caught 2 Women Smuggling Cocaine Hidden in 'Narco-Wigs,' Vaginas

Colombia Airport Police Caught 2 Women Smuggling Cocaine Hidden in 'Narco-Wigs,' Vaginas

Colombia airport police caught two women trying to smuggle cocaine into the European market by sewing the drug into their "narco-wigs."
Former Latin American Leaders urge Joe Biden and U.S. Government to Change Stance on Cuba

Former Latin American Leaders Urge Joe Biden and U.S. Government to Change Stance on Cuba

Eighteen former Latin American and Caribbean leaders signed a letter addressed to U.S. President Joe Biden to lift the 60-year U.S. embargo on Cuba.
Colombia Cocaine: UN Says Coca Crops Grew to ‘Historic Levels’ Last Year

Colombia Cocaine: UN Says Coca Crops Grew to ‘Historic Levels’ Last Year

A report from a United Nations agency said the number of Colombia's lands with coca plants from which cocaine is made was at its highest level in 20 years last year.
Colombia’s Drug Kingpin Don Mario Sentenced to 35 Years by U.S. Court

Colombia's Drug Kingpin Don Mario Sentenced to 35 Years by U.S. Court

Colombia's infamous drug kingpin Daniel Rendon Herrera, better known as Don Mario, has been sentenced to spend 35 years in prison by a U.S. court.
Colombia: Top 5 Most Popular Colombian Drinks to Try

Colombia: Top 5 Most Popular Colombian Drinks to Try

Colombia is famous for its amazing culture, tourist spots, and cuisines. Of course, your holiday in this country will not be complete without trying some of its fantastic Colombian drinks.
American Tourist's Dead Body Found 'Rotting' in Colombia Apartment | His Death Remains Mystery

American Tourist's Dead Body Found 'Rotting' in Colombia Apartment | His Death Remains Mystery

An American tourist was found dead inside an apartment he was renting in Medellin, Colombia on Monday afternoon.
Hurricane Julia Makes Landfall in Nicaragua and Colombia, Brings Torrential Rainfall

Hurricane Julia Makes Landfall in Nicaragua and Colombia, Brings Torrential Rainfall

After Hurricane Fiona devastated Puerto Rico and Hurricane Ian destroyed homes in Cuba, Florida, and North Carolina, Hurricane Julia hit the Americas and, this time, in Nicaragua and parts of Colombia.
Colombia to Restart Peace Talks With ELN Rebels

Colombia to Restart Peace Talks With ELN Rebels

The government of Colombia announced that it will restart peace talks with the armed rebel group National Liberation Army (ELN) that was suspended in 2018.
Anthony Blinken in Colombia: U.S. Backs Gustavo Petro's 'Holistic' Approach to Fighting Drugs

Antony Blinken in Colombia: U.S. Backs Gustavo Petro's 'Holistic' Approach to Fighting Drugs

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who visited Colombia for the first time, expressed support to President Gustavo Petro's new, "holistic" approach in solving the country's drug problem.
Colombia and U.S. Discuss Improving Drug Interception at Sea, More Intel Sharing on Drug Trafficking

Colombia and U.S. Discuss Improving Drug Interception at Sea, More Intel Sharing on Drug Trafficking

Colombia's President Gustavo Petro and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed enhancing drug interception at sea and more intelligence sharing on drug trafficking.
Environmentalists in Latin America Are More at Risk of Murder Than Any Other Region, New Report Shows

Environmentalists in Latin America Are More at Risk of Murder Than Any Other Region, New Report Shows

A new report by the advocacy group Global Witness revealed that environmentalists from Latin America were at risk of murder more than any other region.
Russia's Vladimir Putin Says 'Colombia Is a Promising Partner' as He Courts Latin America in the Midst of Ukraine War

Russia's Vladimir Putin Says 'Colombia Is a Promising Partner' as He Courts Latin America in the Midst of Ukraine War

Russian President Vladimir Putin described Colombia as a "promising partner of Russia in Latin America," adding that his country is interested in maintaining friendly relations with Colombians.
Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro Says His Country Agrees to Be 'Guarantor' of Colombia Peace Negotiations With ELN Rebels

Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro Says His Country Agrees to Be 'Guarantor' of Colombia Peace Negotiations With ELN Rebels

Colombia will be conducting peace talks with the ELN rebel group, and Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro said his government will act as a "guarantor" between the two sides.
Colombia: 7 Police Officers Killed in Ambush After President Gustavo Petro Called for Peace

Colombia: 7 Police Officers Killed in Ambush After President Gustavo Petro Called for Peace

Even though a former leftist rebel is now sitting as the duly-elected president of Colombia, the country still has rebellions going all around. Now, the country has suffered its deadliest ambush since former rebel Gustavo Petro came into office.
Cocaine Legalization in Colombia Gets Scrapped by Leftist Government

Cocaine Legalization in Colombia Gets Scrapped by Leftist Government

The new leftist government of Colombia is planning an overhaul of the policy concerning illegal drugs but said this will not include legalizing cocaine.
Colombia's New First Lady Veronica Alcocer: Get to Know President Gustavo Petro's Wife

Colombia's New First Lady Veronica Alcocer: Get to Know President Gustavo Petro's Wife

Colombia President Gustavo Petro and his wife, Veronica Alcocer, had been together for almost 20 years. Get to know the new first lady of the Andean country.
Colombia:  Gustavo Petro, New President, Calls for New Strategy to Combat Drug Trafficking; Says War on Drugs a ‘Failure'

Colombia: Gustavo Petro, New President, Calls for New Strategy to Combat Drug Trafficking; Says War on Drugs a 'Failure'

Colombia's new president Gustavo Petro has issued calls for a new strategy when addressing the drug trafficking issue in the country, adding that the war on drugs was a failure.
Colombia: Top 5 Tourist Destinations You Certainly Want to Visit

Colombia: Top 5 Tourist Destinations You Certainly Want to Visit

Colombia is one of the most beautiful countries in Latin America. From lush jungles to beautiful beaches, from beautiful Spanish-era churches to former abodes of infamous drug lords, the country has a lot to offer for travelers.
Colombia Mudslides Kill 5, Including 3 Children in Rural Elementary School

Colombia Mudslides Kill 5, Including 3 Children in Rural Elementary School

Colombia has been suffering from a series of mudslides recently, and these incidents have already killed five people, including three children.
Colombia: 5 Mouthwatering Colombian Dishes You Need to Try

Colombia: 5 Mouthwatering Colombian Dishes You Need to Try

While Colombia is known more for its coffee, the food scene in the country is no slouch either. Here are five examples of food that will surely make your mouth water.
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