María Claudia Parias of Bogotá's Idartes is at the heart of transformative initiatives. From the Biennale of Art for Childhood to innovative public spaces for dance and music, the Colombian capital is not only a hub of creativity but a city that understands the importance of art as a tool for social cohesion and individual well-being.

Jan 17, 2025 · The City Paper was founded in 2008 as Colombia’s first free English language newspaper. A decade later, it was awarded the country’s Manuel Murillo Toro medal in communications for contributing to informed and objective coverage of Colombia.

Jan 7, 2025 · The City Paper was founded in 2008 as Colombia’s first free English language newspaper. A decade later, it was awarded the country’s Manuel Murillo Toro medal in communications for contributing to informed and objective coverage of Colombia.

Dec 14, 2024 · The City Paper was founded in 2008 as Colombia’s first free English language newspaper. A decade later, it was awarded the country’s Manuel Murillo Toro medal in communications for contributing to informed and objective coverage of Colombia.

Nov 7, 2024 · Bogotá braces for more powerful storms after severe flooding on November 6. The storm caused major traffic disruptions, school closures, and overwhelmed the city’s drainage systems.

4 days ago · The political landscape in Colombia has been rocked by a wave of high-profile resignations following President Gustavo Petro’s decision to broadcast a cabinet meeting in which he appeared alongside incoming Chief of Staff Armando Benedetti. The fallout has not only deepened internal fractures within Petro’s government but has also ignited fierce backlash from some of his closest allies ...

Jul 25, 2023 · The killing on Monday of a Bogotá businessman as he left the Bodytech gym in the Colombian capital’s affluent La Cabrera neighborhood occurred on the same day four youngsters were mugged at knife point near their school in the locality of Usaquén (one student was stabbed during the assault), and a third incident, involved a bomb threat near Carrera 7 and Calle 127.

Feb 4, 2025 · On February 6, Bogotá will hold its first No Car and No Motorcycle Day of 2025, encouraging alternative transportation. TransMilenio and SITP will operate at full capacity, while 101 km of special bike lanes and 3,300 shared bicycles will be available.

Jan 14, 2025 · Chingaza supplies 70% of Bogotá's water. Photo: Acueducto The start of the dry season in Bogotá, marked by hot days and strong winds, could accelerate a downturn in the water levels of the Chingaza reservoir system. According to a recent study by the Bogotá Ombudsman’s Office, the reservoirs ...

3 days ago · Colombia faces escalating violence as ELN guerrillas and the Clan del Golfo battle for control in Chocó, displacing thousands and confining over 50,000 residents. Defense Minister Iván Velásquez resigns amid worsening security, leaving vulnerable communities at the mercy of illegal armed groups.