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Colombia's First Major Protest Under De la Espriella: FECODE, a New Decree, and Petro Back on the Pavement

FECODE and unions marched across Colombia on Oct. 14, directly challenging De la Espriella's austerity agenda 68 days into his government.

Latin Times · Oct 15

Shakira started her education foundation at 20 and has helped 300 schools

Shakira founded the Pies Descalzos Foundation in 1997 to improve access to education for underserved children in Colombia. From building schools to supporting hundreds of public institutions, her charitable work has helped expand learning opportunities. One $10 million school in Cartagena highlights how the initiative has brought classrooms, sports facilities…

The Times of India · Oct 15

Lula vs Bolsonaro: As Brazil lies on the brink of tilting right, India watches its major BRICS partner

Flávio Bolsonaro secured leading votes against incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brazil's elections on October 4. The runoff on October 25 could solidify right-wing power across South America, following a regional trend. Lula aims to reduce economic inequality while Bolsonaro focuses on crime and spending cuts. India is…

The Economic Times · Oct 15

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Thousands of Colombians march against new right-wing president's policies

Thousands of Colombians protested peacefully across the country on Wednesday against right-wing President Abelardo de la Espriella, in the opposition’s first major demonstrations since he took office in August. Former leftist president Gustavo Petro led a rally in Bogota joined by trade unionists, Indigenous groups, students and feminist activists.

France 24 · Oct 15

Supply Risks Boost Coffee Prices

December arabica coffee (KCZ26 ) closed up +5.35 (+1.83%) on Wednesday, and November ICE robusta coffee (RMX26 ) closed up +24 (+0.69%). Coffee prices moved higher on Wednesday on supply concerns. Last Friday, Colombia’s Coffee Federation reported that 2025/26 Colombia coffee production (Oct-Sep) fell -15% y/y to 12.65 million bags,...

Barchart · Oct 14

Colombia opens an embassy in Jerusalem after restoring diplomatic ties with Israel

Colombia has opened an embassy in Jerusalem, marking a significant shift in its relations with Israel

The Independent UK · Oct 14

Concerns Over Tight Supplies Boost Coffee Prices

December arabica coffee (KCZ26 ) is up +7.00 (+2.39%) today, and November ICE robusta coffee (RMX26 ) is up +34 (+0.98%). Coffee prices are sharply higher today on supply concerns. Last Friday, Colombia’s Coffee Federation reported that 2025/26 Colombia coffee production (Oct-Sep) fell -15% y/y to 12.65 million bags, and...

Barchart · Oct 14

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Australian man fighting for life after being stabbed 25 times at Colombia music festival, family says

Family says Frank Stephen Ramirez is in critical condition with his body ‘covered in horrific injuries’

The Independent UK · Oct 14

Colombia gives police greater power to break up street protests

Colombia’s government has modified a set of guidelines that dictate how police should react to street protests, giving officers greater leeway to break up demonstrations in which protesters are vandalizing public property or disrupting access to essential services through actions like roadblocks

The Independent UK · Oct 14

With Mandate Deadline Looming, Colombia's New Government Pushes to Shrink Peace Oversight

Colombia's De la Espriella government pushes to reshape UN peace oversight as budget cuts threaten the JEP and mandate expiry looms October 31.

Latin Times · Oct 14

Colombia's Panamerican Highway Under Siege as FARC Splinter Group Strikes Third Time

FARC dissidents bombed El Bordo's highway toll booth on Oct. 12, injuring 3 and closing the Panamerican—Colombia's third car bomb strike in a single week.

Latin Times · Oct 13

Colombia's peace tribunal says former rebel leaders committed war crimes against Indigenous groups

Colombia’s transitional justice system has charged 10 former members of the rebel Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia with war crimes and crimes against humanity

The Independent UK · Oct 13

Arabica Coffee Prices Finish Higher on Supply Concerns

December arabica coffee (KCZ26 ) closed up +2.10 (+0.72%) on Tuesday, and November ICE robusta coffee (RMX26 ) closed down -19 (-0.55%). Coffee prices settled mixed on Tuesday. Tight coffee supplies from Colombia, the world’s second-largest arabica producer, are supporting arabica coffee prices. Last Friday, Colombia’s Coffee Federation reported that...

Barchart · Oct 13

Arabica Coffee Gains on Tighter Supplies

December arabica coffee (KCZ26 ) is up +2.20 (+0.76%) today, and November ICE robusta coffee (RMX26 ) is down -13 (-0.37%). Coffee prices are mixed today. Signs of tight coffee supplies from Colombia, the world’s second-largest arabica producer, support coffee prices. Last Friday, Colombia’s Coffee Federation reported that 2025/26 Colombia...

Barchart · Oct 13

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The Guardian - UK · Oct 13

Latin American organised crime ‘may operate in 16 European countries’

Cocaine seizures in Europe are up more than fivefold in 10 years as a host of cartels take root. A four-month Guardian investigation reveals the true scale of a continent-wide shift

The Independent UK · Oct 13

Colombia's new government: 2016 deal with rebel group has not brought peace — but 132,000 killings

Colombia’s new government says over 132,000 people have been killed, and armed group membership has increased from 6,000 to almost 30,000, in the decade since the country signed a highly touted peace agreement with its largest rebel group

Barchart · Oct 12

Coffee Prices Settle Higher on Lower Output in Colombia

December arabica coffee (KCZ26 ) closed up +3.65 (+1.27%) on Monday, and November ICE robusta coffee (RMX26 ) closed up +83 (+0.23%). Coffee prices settled higher on Monday. Signs of lower coffee output and exports from Colombia, the world’s second-largest arabica producer, lifted coffee prices on Monday. Last Friday, Colombia’s...

Barchart · Oct 12

Arabica Coffee Gains on Lower Output in Colombia

December arabica coffee (KCZ26 ) is up +0.45 (+0.16%) today, and November ICE robusta coffee (RMX26 ) is down -3 (-0.09%). Coffee prices are mixed today. Arabica has support on lower coffee output and exports from Colombia, the world’s second-largest arabica producer. Last Friday, Colombia’s Coffee Federation reported that 2025/26...

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RideApart · Oct 12

Latin America Bought So Many Motorcycles Last Year

Motorcycle sales across Latin America, specifically in Mexico, Brazil, and Colombia, have surged in recent years, damn near doubling in the last year, and leading to 6 million in sales per year.

Latin Times · Oct 12

What October 12 Is Called in Argentina, Colombia, Mexico and More — Why None of Them Call It "Día de la Raza"

Five Latin American nations renamed October 12 but chose different names. Here's what each country changed, why it matters, and what the debate still means today.

Latin Times · Oct 11

Ecuador Is Ready To Deploy Aid for Panama Earthquake Victims — And It Already Knows Exactly How To Do It.

Ecuador activated its disaster agency within hours of Panama's 7.7 earthquake, drawing on a Colombia response blueprint that deployed 31 rescuers and 5 engineers.

Latin Times · Oct 11

Peru's Elections Under Scrutiny: Weeks to Proclaim Results Compared to the Hours It Takes Other Countries

Peru tallied 92% of Lima's votes overnight but official winners may take weeks — here's why, and what it means for democracy.

Latin Times · Oct 11

The Financial Aftershock: Panama's 7.7 Quake Threatens to Wipe Out Up to 10% of Economy

A 7.7 quake hit Panama's Azuero Peninsula, triggering a USGS Red Alert, 16+ injuries and up to $9.7B in potential economic losses — while the Canal held.

The Economic Times · Oct 10

Panama rocked by 2 powerful earthquakes and multiple aftershocks, prompting evacuations

On Friday, two significant earthquakes of magnitudes 7.7 and 6.6 impacted southern Panama, leading to widespread evacuations. Many buildings collapsed near the epicenter while the capital experienced overwhelming fear among residents. Authorities did not report any fatalities, although there were injuries due to falling debris. Several aftershocks rattled the region,…

The Times of India · Oct 9

Quake Triggers Tsunami Warning: 7.6 tremor hits off Panama; waves feared in Colombia

A strong earthquake struck off Panama’s southern coast on Friday, with tremors felt in the capital, Panama City.

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