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The Euronews guide to the 2026 World Cup: Groups, fixtures and European kick-off times

Taking place from 11 June to 19 July across the US, Canada and Mexico, this summer’s World Cup will be the largest in history – here’s everything that you need to know.

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5 world market themes for the week ahead

Global markets are keenly watching U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks and the Strait of Hormuz, alongside crucial U.S. jobs data and euro zone inflation figures. India's rupee faces pressure, while Colombia heads to the polls. Meanwhile, the AI-driven tech sector continues its impressive growth, adding new trillion-dollar companies.

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Why Colombia's Election Could Have Significant Consequences For Some U.S. Companies And Investors

Colombia is heading toward a presidential election that could have major implications for U.S. companies and investors operating in the South American country.

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Colombians to head to the polls in contentious presidential elections

More than 41 million Colombians are eligible to vote in this Sunday's first round presidential elections to decide who will govern the nation for the next four years. Whoever succeeds the country's first ever leftist president, Gustavo Petro, will face concurrent challenges of rising violence, an increasing public deficit, and…

Latin Times

Colombian army looks to outsmart guerrillas with drone warfare

SOGAMOSO (COLOMBIA) - A drone drops an explosive onto mountainous terrain below, shattering the silence of the Andes as Colombia's military enters an arms race with guerrillas already using the remote devices to wreak havoc.

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Colombia elections: 5 key factors ahead of a pivotal vote for the nation

Political polarisation, voter fatigue and the rise of new populist rhetoric are shaping Colombia’s presidential race. Two analysts tell Euronews what's at stake.

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Clown Day in Peru, violence in Colombia and other top photos from Latin America and the Caribbean

May 22-28, 2026

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Clashes between armed groups in Colombia kill at least 52 guerrillas on eve of election

Fighting between rival armed groups killed at least 52 guerrilla fighters in the Colombian Amazon, one of the groups said Thursday. The clashes come just days ahead of crucial presidential elections that centre in part around rival strategies towards dealing with the country's decades-old insurgencies.

France 24

Florida Rep. Salazar Backs Conservative Candidate in Sunday's Colombian Election: 'Cannot Afford Another Petrismo Disaster'

"We know that under the Petro administration coca cultivation reached record levels, close to 300,000 hectares," said Salazar in a video on X

Latin Times

Colombia Puts Its Democratic Guardrails to the Test Ahead of Sunday's 2026 Presidential Elections

With 408,000 security forces deployed and warring armed groups declaring ceasefires, Colombia hopes a sweeping 2026 presidential election-day security plan can deliver a peaceful first round — even as the campaign ends under a shadow of violence and legal controversy.

Latin Times

Holafly partners with Valientes Colombia to support community-led initiatives and address the social impact of tourism

DUBLIN, May 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As discussions about responsible travel move beyond sustainability toward real impact, Holafly, the global eSIM provider for travelers, announces a partnership with Valientes Colombia, a locally led organization that prevents exploitation and supports vulnerable communities through education and long-term initiatives.The collaboration comes as…

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UAE accused of training Colombian mercenaries for Sudan's war

Human Rights Watch reports that the United Arab Emirates trained Colombian mercenaries to fight alongside a paramilitary group in Sudan's war

The Independent UK

Housing and climate resilience dominate Latin American agenda at WUF13

Latin American leaders at World Urban Forum 13 called for new housing finance models, stronger private investment and climate-resilient urban development.

Euronews

Hip-hop jazz ensemble Sax Machine release new track 'Untrapped'

Formed in Brittany in the late 2000s, Sax Machine blend funk, soul and hip-hop thanks to their joyous beatmaking and brass-infused melodies, as well as featuring the rapping of Chicago native MC Days. 2026 is looking exciting for the band, who will be releasing a new album this autumn and…

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Colombia vote tests leftist rule as violence surges

BOGOTá - Colombians vote Sunday in a presidential election overshadowed by a surge in violence, facing a stark choice between extending four years of leftist rule or shifting sharply right.

The Independent UK

Drone attacks raise fears as Colombians vote to elect a new president

Gladys Marín is unsure if she will vote in Colombia's presidential election due to safety fears

Euronews

Vertical gardens are a practical – and beautiful – way to cool down cities

Vertical garden expert Ignacio Solano has spent years studying tropical ecosystems from Colombia to Madagascar.

The Economic Times

Resurgent political risk derails rallies across emerging markets

Emerging markets are experiencing a fresh wave of political turmoil, impacting Latin America and Eastern Europe. Upcoming presidential elections in Colombia and Peru are causing market sell-offs as left-wing candidates gain traction. Political instability, coupled with rising inflation and interest rates, is leading investors to reduce exposure and express caution.

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You can finally get cheaper resale World Cup tickets — unless you want to watch this team

Fans might be able to find some resale tickets for just a couple hundred dollars

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Colombian army deploys hundreds of soldiers in country's southwest after land dispute leaves 7 dead

Colombian security forces have moved into the southwestern municipality of Silvia following a violent territorial dispute between two Indigenous groups

Latin Times

Danna García Says Goodbye to Rebeca, the Fiercest Role of Her Telenovela Career

For more than three decades, Danna García has been one of the defining faces of Latin American television. Then she took a break to do film, but now, after years of playing women audiences rooted for instantly, García says Rebeca from Hermanas: Un Amor Compartido may be the most emotionally…

The Guardian - UK

First there were coalmines, then came the windfarms. Why Colombia’s Wayúu people fear Colombia’s green energy boom

In the north of the country, mining has ravaged Indigenous lands and lives for decades. They fear history is repeating as the government’s clean energy transition comes to their doorstep

Euronews

FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 draw made as road to Doha begins

Argentina face Australia and Denmark, Japan take on Colombia and Serbia, and hosts Qatar open against Panama, Egypt and Greece, as the road to Doha's Khalifa International Stadium and U-17 football glory begins.

The Guardian - UK

Colombia’s climate crossroads: Trumpism casts shadow over presidential battle

Colombia is a global leader in climate activism. Could US influence drag country to a future of mining and fracking?

Latin Times

Petro Defends Call for Dialogue After Bolivia Expels Colombian Ambassador: 'We Are Willing to Serve as Intermediaries'

The Bolivian government said the measure responded to Petro's "constant interference" and alleged support for what it described as a "destabilizing movement" affecting Bolivia's democracy

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