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Colombia revokes Salvatore Mancuso's peace manager statusPresident Abelardo De La Espriella's administration issued Resolution 429 of 2026 on September 21, stripping the former paramilitary leader of his designation.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-24Shakira launches ES LATINA cultural platform in MadridShakira launched ES Latina, a new cultural platform in Madrid for Iberoamerican talent across music, gastronomy, design and creativity.culture & sport · Tomás Arango · 2026-09-23Mexico ranks 18th in gender gap, third in Latin AmericaThe World Economic Forum's 2026 report gives Mexico a 78.7% parity score, led by political empowerment and lagging on equal pay.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-23Bogotá sends 16 firefighters to Villa de Leyva wildfireMayor Carlos Fernando Galán confirmed the dispatch of 16 firefighters and a logistics professional to the Villa de Leyva wildfire this week.bogotá y la sabana · Valentina Restrepo · 2026-09-23Olarte-Bácares vies to become first Colombian judge on ICCThe lawyer and former ambassador is the only Latin American and Caribbean candidate among 14 for the 2027-2036 term.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-23Ecuador's Inamhi forecasts rain and thunderstorms for coastal region on TuesdayThe National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology issued the forecast for September 22 and maintained active weather advisories for coastal rain and highland temperatures.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-23Ecuador school takes second place at '593 Challenge' in GuayaquilEscuela Normal Superior Santa Ana from Baranoa placed second in the film category at the international meeting.latin america · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-22Hurricane Polo strengthens to Category 2 off Mexico's Pacific coastThe storm intensified overnight and is moving parallel to the coast, prompting alerts and preparationslatin america · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-22
All 30Colombian imports hit historic record of $7.968 billion in JulyThe National Administrative Department of Statistics reported a 22.9% increase from the previous year, reaching $7.968 billion.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-22Cali hosts Smart City Expo 2026, expecting 3,000 attendeesCali will host the international urban innovation event on Sept 30 and Oct 1.the regions · Santiago Mejía · 2026-09-22South Korean President Lee Yoon-myeong departs for Mexico state visitLee Yoon-myeong leaves Sept. 21 for the UN General Assembly and a state visit to Mexico, with talks focused on trade and investment.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-21Smoke in landing gear forces emergency protocols for Wingo flight 7250 in PalmiraA Wingo flight from Bogota to Cali activated emergency protocols on September 19 after smoke was detected in its nose gear while taxiing at Alfonso Bonilla Aragon airport.bogotá y la sabana · Santiago Mejía · 2026-09-20Mexico holds second national drill of 2026, sends seismic alert to 80 million phonesThe exercise on Sept. 19 simulated earthquake scenarios in five states to test response protocols on National Civil Protection Day.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-20Colombian teen breaks 100m world record at Cali para-athletics Grand PrixAngie Nicoll Mejía, 17, ran the T38 100 meters in 12.04 seconds on the opening day of the Grand Prix Para Atletismo Cali 2026.the nation · Tomás Arango · 2026-09-19Bogota opens first 'Peace Without Words' cartoon salonThe international salon opened in Bogota with 150 selected works from 52 countries.bogotá y la sabana · Tomás Arango · 2026-09-19Venezuela opens press-freedom talks with 2015 AssemblyOn Sept 18, government and 2015 National Assembly delegations agreed to a technical table on freedom of expression and information during a second dialogue cycle in Caracas.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-19Ecuador warns Mazar reservoir could empty by mid-October without demand cutsEnergy Minister Juan Carlos Blum said on Sept. 18 the Mazar reservoir may last only until mid or late October unless national demand drops, and the government aims to extend reserves to December through cuts among large users.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-19Colombia issues Decree 1415 for health services in quake zonesThe decree sets extraordinary health measures in areas affected by the August 10 earthquake, part of the emergency state the government declared.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-19TOTTO National Competition opens applications for Colombian studentsThe fourth edition of the competition is now accepting applications from university students, technicians and technologists across the country.the nation · Tomás Arango · 2026-09-18Indonesia to hold business mission in Chile for critical minerals partnershipsThe Indonesia-Latin America and the Caribbean Business Mission will take place in Santiago from October 1 to 2, 2026, with an energy and mining forum.economy & business · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-17Girl's body found in Bogota sewer, Frontier adds three Colombia routesA girl estimated between 10 and 12 was found dead in Ciudad Bolivar on September 16, while Frontier Airlines announced three new nonstop routes to Colombia from Orlando starting December 2026.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-17Anato survey finds inbound tourism is top growth opportunity for ColombiaA survey of more than 200 entrepreneurs at the 30th National Congress of Travel and Tourism Agencies found that 30.7% identified inbound tourism as the main growth opportunity for the sector.the nation · Valentina Restrepo · 2026-09-16Colombia's De La Espriella ranks third in Latin American approval, faces legislative testPresident Abelardo De La Espriella holds a 53.6% positive image in a September ranking, as his government enters a critical week in Congress.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-15Colombian artist wins international residency, first from countryLuz Dary Cáceres Saavedra is the first Colombian and second Latin American to win the residency, she said in a statement published September 13.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-14Peru central bank chief presents economic data as Colombia counterpart warns on fiscal adjustmentJulio Velarde appeared before Peru's budget commission while Leonardo Villar said Colombia's fiscal adjustment is still insufficient.the nation · Andrés Felipe Cárdenas · 2026-09-14Army sends 300 new soldiers to Valle del CaucaThe Colombian National Army confirmed the arrival of 300 soldiers to southern Valle del Cauca to reinforce military operations and expand territorial presence.the nation · Camila Ortiz · 2026-09-14Valle del Cauca needs up to 25 trillion pesos for reconstruction, governor saysGovernor Dilian Francisca Toro said the department requires between 20 and 25 trillion Colombian pesos for reconstruction after severe damage in Buenaventura and other municipalities.the nation · Santiago Mejía · 2026-09-14Medellín ranks 12th in Time Out's 2026 best cycling cities listColombia's second city is the highest-placed Latin American city in the global ranking.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-13Bogota council approves ICA tax hike on vehicle sales in first debateThe Bogota City Council approved in the first debate an increase in the Industry and Commerce Tax for vehicle commercialization, as the city prepares for the Festival Cordillera 2026.bogotá y la sabana · Santiago Mejía · 2026-09-13Ideam reports rain and electrical activity across nine Colombian departmentsThe Colombian Institute of Hydrology, Meteorology, and Environmental Studies recorded light to moderate rain with electrical activity in Antioquia, Santander, Norte de Santander, Cundinamarca, Guaviare, Meta, Vaupés, Guainía, and Caquetá on September 12, 2025.the nation · Isabela Moreno · 2026-09-13

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The administration of Colombian president Abelardo De La Espriella issued Resolution 429 of 2026 on 2026-09-21 revoking Salvatore Mancuso's designation as a peace manager.Colombia revokes Salvatore Mancuso's peace manager statusThe National Secretariat for Risk Management (SNGR) maintains a red alert status in Ecuador due to the extraordinary force of the El Niño phenomenon, which has been formally categorized as having historical magnitude.Colombian Senate rejects censure motion against Defense Minister Jorge MoraThe first weekend of 'Es Latina' in Madrid concluded with three concerts by Shakira at the 'Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran' residence, capturing significant conversation in both international and national scenes.Shakira launches ES LATINA cultural platform in MadridThe World Economic Forum (WEF) published the 2026 Global Gender Gap Report, ranking Mexico 18th out of 145 nations with a general parity score of 78.7%.Mexico ranks 18th in gender gap, third in Latin AmericaBogota Mayor Carlos Fernando Galan responded to a call from national authorities to coordinate the transfer of specialized teams to support firefighting efforts for a wildfire reported in Villa de Leyva, Boyaca.Bogotá sends 16 firefighters to Villa de Leyva wildfireCarolina Olarte-Bácares, a lawyer and former Colombian ambassador, was a candidate to become the first Colombian judge on the International Criminal Court (ICC) for the 2027-2036 term, and was the only candidate from Latin America and the Caribbean among the 14 candidates.Olarte-Bácares vies to become first Colombian judge on ICC
All 12Ecuador's National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Inamhi) forecast rain and thunderstorms for Tuesday, September 22, 2026, across Ecuador's coastal region and maintained active weather advisories for coastal rain and highland temperatures.Ecuador's Inamhi forecasts rain and thunderstorms for coastal region on TuesdayThe National Institute for Older Adults (Inapam) maintains labor connection options for seniors in Mexico during September 2026, including formal hiring with salary and legal benefits such as year-end bonuses.Ecuador's Inamhi forecasts rain and thunderstorms for coastal region on TuesdayThe Escuela Normal Superior Santa Ana (ENSSA) from Baranoa, Ecuador, secured second place in the film category at the International Meeting of Science, Technology, and Entrepreneurship '593 Challenge' held in Guayaquil, Ecuador.Ecuador school takes second place at '593 Challenge' in GuayaquilMexico's national water authority Conagua said that Hurricane Polo strengthened to Category 1 in the Pacific Ocean.Hurricane Polo strengthens to Category 2 off Mexico's Pacific coastThe Colombian Attorney General's Office, in coordination with the Army, the Technical Investigation Corps, and the Special Assets Society, executed a major operation to seize 38 properties in Bogotá and Cundinamarca valued at over $379.8 billion.Colombian imports hit historic record of $7.968 billion in JulyThe Colombian National Civil Service Commission (CNSC) updated the schedule for the 2026 teacher and school director recruitment exam, which covers more than 28,000 vacancies in official educational institutions in Colombia.Colombian imports hit historic record of $7.968 billion in July

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