Colombia bans bullfighting at 15th attempt

Colombia bans bullfighting after years of campaigning. The vote in the lower house passed 93-2. However, the measure will be introduced slowly....

Bogotá’s dangerous bins: Bin pin sin

Zoé at the vet If you have a dog in your life in Bogotá, there’s something you need to be aware of. Some of the city’s new bins pose a...

Festival Estéreo Picnic 2024: Return to the heart of Bogotá

Festival Estéreo Picnic 2024 was, put simply, a tremendous success. Coming home to Parque Simón Bolívar slap-bang in the middle of the city was a...

Festival Estéreo Picnic 2024: There are many ways of being Colombian, says Okraa

Electronica wizard Juan Carlos Torres Alonso, better known as Okraa, was born in Bogotá but moved to That London in 2018. He’s back in town for...

Festival Estéreo Picnic 2024 – Get it right with our guide

The country’s best and biggest musical event rolls into town this week in the shape of Festival Estéreo Picnic 2024. We’ve got all the info you...

Festival Estéreo Picnic 2024: Anamaría Oramas has no words but plenty of vibes

Anamaría Oramas. Photo by Gato Jazz No lyrics, lots of strings and a ton of creativity are the components of Anamaría Oramas’ strikingly...

Does Petro want a new constitution? And could it actually happen?

President Petro is talking about a potential overhaul of Colombia's constitution. Photos: WikiCommons. Colombian president Gustavo Petro...

Festival Estéreo Picnic 2024: Maca & Gero will be there for you

Whether it’s dancing around a fountain or hanging out in a coffee shop, hanging out with mates makes life worthwhile. María Camila Clavijo and...

Festival Estéreo Picnic 2024: Afro Legends bring sabrosura and resistance to Bogotá

The west coast of Colombia is where some of the country’s most exciting, powerful contemporary music is born. Festival Estéreo Picnic 2024...

A tough week in Colombian politics – and it’s only Wednesday

Just halfway into the week, it’s already been a long time in Colombian politics. The government’s proposed health reform to change the...