The Latest Breaking News from Colombia

At least 11 FARC dissidents killed in combat, Colombia army says

At least 11 members of a group formed by former FARC rebels who reject a peace deal were killed in combat with soldiers in Colombia's jungle south, the army said on Tuesday.

Reuters · Mar 29, 2022

Analysis-Colombia presidential candidate Petro's oil, pension proposals give investors pause

Leftist Colombia presidential candidate Gustavo Petro's promises to halt new oil projects and redistribute pension funds could put the country's economic stability at risk, investors say, though doubts remain about his ability to implement them.

Reuters · Mar 29, 2022

Not just ‘cocaine and war’: Colombian pride at Oscar-winning Encanto’s positive portrayal

Animated film, influenced heavily by magical realism, breaks frequent representation as country beset by drugs and violence

The Guardian - US · Mar 29, 2022

Disney Makes Oscars Magic Once again with 'Encanto'

With a sprinkle of magical realism and catchy tunes by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Disney again claimed Oscars gold for best animated film Sunday with "Encanto," a colorful celebration of Colombian culture and the importance of family. The film defeated a diverse field -- Afghan refugee documentary "Flee," Pixar's Italy-set coming-of-age tale…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 28, 2022

Who was that Colombian heartthrob singing ‘Dos Oruguitas’ at the Oscars?

LOS ANGELES — The gringos want to know: Who was that dreamboat breathily crooning in Spanish at this year’s Oscars?

Los Angeles Times · Mar 28, 2022

Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins had 10 different substances in body, early report finds

Colombia’s Attorney General’s Office said it would “continue to investigate and will duly inform the findings of forensic examinations in due time.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 27, 2022

Taylor Hawkins hugged by Dave Grohl on stage in last video before tragic death

Taylor Hawkins, who played with the Foo Fighters for more than two decades, was found unresponsive in his hotel room open Friday afternoon, hours before the band was due to take to the stage at a festival in Colombia

Daily Mirror · Mar 27, 2022

Taylor Hawkins death: Foo Fighters drummer had '10 substances in system' at time of passing

An investigation into Taylor Hawkins' cause of death is underway.

Daily Record · Mar 27, 2022

Alfredo Morelos returns to Rangers early from Colombia duty as 'muscle injury' presents Celtic derby worry

Morelos has been sent home from the Colombia camp despite the side having another qualifier still to play in the international break.

Daily Record · Mar 26, 2022

Budget retailer Lidl's £2.59 coffee beats pricier rivals in blind taste test

The budget retailer's own label Colombian ground coffee came up top trumps in the blind taste test with 75% of tasters choosing Lidl's product as the best coffee

Daily Mirror · Mar 26, 2022