The State Department is warning Americans to steer clear of parts of a South American country as violent crime, terrorism and kidnapping raise safety concerns among tourists. The State Department this week issued a Level 2 “Exercise Increased Caution” advisory for the nation of Ecuador. In the advisory, officials warned of widespread crime across Ecuador, including murders, … Read more
BOGOTÁ, Colombia — Colombian superstar Shakira announced Monday that she will help rebuild at least 10 schools and restore a local university in a remote and hard-hit region of her home country after it suffered a devastating earthquake last week that killed hundreds and affected thousands of educational sites across western Colombia. The globally recognized “Hips Don’t Lie” musician … Read more
A Colombian pop star and his entire band died in a plane crash before a show Saturday — after he revealed a series of dreams in which he predicted that his aircraft would kill him. Yeison Jimenez, 34, was flying to a concert in Colombia’s second-largest city, Medellin, on Saturday when the light aircraft carrying … Read more
Location, location, location! A new study on aging across 40 countries confirms that your geographic location and your “exposome” — the physical, social and sociopolitical factors in your environment — significantly influence your chances of enjoying a long, healthy life. Two women bike in Copenhagen in this undated photo. Denmark is where you should go … Read more
Scientists have identified a new pod of ancient hunter-gatherers who lived near the land bridge between North America and South America about 6,000 years ago. Researchers are still charting how human populations spread across the Americas thousands of years ago, arriving first in North America before veering south. Groups that split off developed their own collection of genes … Read more
A subjective topic — to say the least — is which country has the best-looking people. Many people will be biased and rule where they live as having the hottest residents, but according to Insider Monkey and Reddit users — Colombia is reportedly home to the most beautiful women in the world. Colombia took the … Read more
It’s the so-called Mount Rushmore of international munchies. The best food in the world might seem subjective — one person’s trash is another’s epicurean treasure. However, travel guide TasteAtlas has nonetheless taken a stab by revealing its annual list of the 100 best dishes on Earth for 2024, which includes a roast pig, Neapolitan pizza … Read more
In airspace, everyone can hear you scream. Footage captured the dramatic moment that passengers freaked out aboard a plane that was getting battered by a tropical storm midflight. “I have never experienced such bad weather on a flight,” Passenger Zuleima Ebratt told Jam Press of the “crazy,” spectacle, which occurred aboard a flight from Medellín … Read more
It’s about as domestic as airports get. A travel influencer went viral sharing her experience flying through one of the world’s tiniest airports. Rosy Palma, known online as @travelercolombia, posted a TikTok video of her day traveling through Hacaritama Airport in Colombia. Rosy Palma, known online as @travelercolombia, posted a TikTok video of her day … Read more
Meghan Markle was speaking at a women empowerment panel in Cali, Colombia on Sunday when she was interrupted by a transgender rights heckler. The Duchess of Sussex, 43, participated in the Afro Women and Power conference with Colombian Vice President Francia Marquez on the final day of her and Prince Harry’s whirlwind Colombian tour. After speaking … Read more
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s chief of staff’s shocking departure after just three months on the job has raised questions about what’s happening behind closed doors. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex hired Josh Kettler, a seasoned public relations professional, shortly before their three-day trip to Nigeria in May. However, it was revealed earlier this week that Kettler was … Read more
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry did not arrive in Colombia empty-handed as they showered the country’s Vice President Francia Márquez with mystery gifts upon arrival. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex touched down in the South American country Thursday to kick off their four-day trip. After arriving in the capital city of Bogotá, the “Suits” … Read more
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have touched down in Colombia. The couple arrived in the South American country on Thursday, August 15, and is set to begin a four-day visit, which many describe as their second “quasi-royal tour.” The trip comes three days after Meghan and Harry’s chief of staff, Josh Kettler, left his post … Read more
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are up and away! The Duke and Duchess of Sussex left for Colombia Thursday — and the full itinerary of their visit to the South American country has been revealed. The Sussexes will kickstart their trip in the capital city of Bogotá, with a warm welcome from Vice President Francia … Read more
The reason behind Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s newly installed chief of staff’s shock departure after just three months on the job has been revealed. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex hired Josh Kettler, a seasoned public relations professional, shortly before their three-day trip to Nigeria in May. However, on Monday it was revealed that … Read more
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have lost their newly-installed Chief of Staff just days before they embark on a tour of Colombia. In May, the royal couple brought on seasoned executive Josh Kettler to join their office. The Santa Barbara resident came to the Sussexes with experience at companies such as Patagonia, Lions Gate Films, … Read more
They’re frozen in time. No need for embalming fluid in this mysterious village. In a scenario straight out of a zombie apocalypse movie, deceased residents in the Colombian mountain town of San Bernardo spontaneously mummified without preservatives — and with their clothes, hair and even eyes often still intact. “People were a little incredulous about … Read more
Talk about going out on a limb. A 29-year-old influencer who underwent the “world’s most painful operation” to become 2 inches taller is in so much pain that he can’t sleep, Jam Press reported. Yeferson Cossio, from Antioquia, northwest of Bogota, Colombia, went from being 5-foot-8 to 6 feet tall after doctors stretched his legs. … Read more
Grammy-winning Colombian singer Shakira, one of the world’s top-selling musicians, has been immortalized in her famous belly-dancing pose in a giant bronze statue in her home city of Barranquilla. The city’s Mayor, Jaime Pumarejo, unveiled the 21-foot sculpture in a park along the banks of the Magdalena River on Tuesday in the company of the … Read more
His height was his Achilles heel. A Colombian man spent $175,000 to undergo the “most painful surgery ever” to ditch his 5-foot-8 frame and reach new heights. Instagram star Yeferson Cossio, 29, revealed he underwent lower limb lengthening surgery to stretch his legs an additional 6 inches and become 6 feet tall. “I’m not a … Read more