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Colombia Opens Jerusalem Embassy, Restores Israel Ties
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Colombia opened its embassy in Jerusalem, becoming the 10th country to do so, as President Abelardo de la Espriella reverses his predecessor’s rupture with Israel and restores diplomatic and trade ties. The move drew praise from Israeli officials but underscores the disputed status of Jerusalem, which most countries say should be resolved through Israeli-Palestinian negotiations.
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Colombia Extradites Rebel Leader to US in Security Policy Shift
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— Sep 25, 2026
Colombia extradited Geovany Andres Rojas, known as “Spider,” to the United States to face drug-trafficking and terrorism-related charges. The move reverses former President Gustavo Petro’s use of Rojas as a peace negotiator and reflects President Abelardo de la Espriella’s tougher approach toward armed groups and closer cooperation with Washington.
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Colombia Deploys Troops to Violence-Hit Santa Marta
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— Sep 22, 2026
In Colombia, President Abelardo de la Espriella deployed troops to Santa Marta after gunmen attacked shops and killed senior members of the ACSN, prompting a militarized security push to retake control of the city. In the Caribbean region, Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader urged the U.N. Security Council to renew and accelerate the multinational force for Haiti, calling for full deployment, an arms embargo, and stronger Haitian security institutions to address the crisis.
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Rubio promises security cooperation to Colombia's new president
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— Sep 8, 2026
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Top Trump Dinner Bidders Stash Cash On Exchanges That Shut Out Americans
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Colombia Concedes to Trump’s Demands on Tariffs, Migrants
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— Jan 27, 2025
President Donald Trump has been back in the Oval Office a mere week and has an international win as Colombia has agreed to his demands regarding illegal migrants. CNN reported that Colombia has agreed to accept deported…
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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‘Holy Grail of Shipwrecks’ With Roughly $20 Billion in Sunken Treasure to Be Exhumed off Colombia
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— Nov 6, 2023
A sunken ship described as being the “Holy Grail of Shipwrecks” is set to be recovered by Colombia, even as claims as to who discovered the ship first are ongoing. President Gustavo Petro instructed officials to exhume…
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Rubio to visit Colombia, Ecuador and Peru as U.S. deepens regional ties
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— Sep 3, 2026
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Colombia, Ecuador and Peru to strengthen partnerships, discuss drug-trafficking cooperation, and expand trade with leaders seen as close to President Trump amid broader U.S. involvement in the region. The trip follows recent Venezuelan oil-for-security moves and highlights Washington's engagement with new Latin American administrations, including Colombia’s Abelardo de la Espriella, Peru’s Keiko Fujimori, and Ecuador’s Daniel Noboa.
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Sam Okafor
Nice that Washington's finally paying attention to South America again, but let's see if promises turn into real investment.
Colombia Earthquake: Toll Rises, Mourning Declared
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— Aug 10, 2026
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 71 people and causing extensive damage across Risaralda, Valle del Cauca, and Chocó, with hospitals and infrastructure reported damaged and ongoing rescue efforts. President Abelardo de la Espriella declared a national disaster to mobilize emergency response and relief as the death toll rose and aid coordination intensified.
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Deportation Flights Hit Colombian Tarmac After President Instantly Caved To Trump On Trade Threat
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— Jan 28, 2025
Repatriation flights began landing in Colombia Tuesday after President Donald Trump successfully strong-armed the country into accepting their deportees again. The first Colombian government plane carrying Colombian…
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You are not your thoughts—presence ends psychological suffering
Tolle argues that identifying with compulsive thought and living in psychological time is the root of suffering, and that present-moment awareness is available to anyone right now.
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‘Don’t Awaken The Jaguar’: Colombia’s Petro Issues Grandiose Threat To Trump Over Cartel Crackdown
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— Nov 10, 2025
The leader of the top cocaine-exporting nation in Latin America issued threatening statements directed at President Trump on Sunday in response to the ongoing U.S. crackdown on drug cartels. Colombian President Gustavo…
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Biden Policy Creates Brand New Oil Disaster in Latin America — Good Luck Blaming Putin
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— Jun 24, 2022
With the election of a left-leaning president in Colombia, President Joe Biden’s administration may soon find out just how impractical progressive climate policies can be for the American economy. Gustavo Petro just won…
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Colombian President Claims He Survived Assassination Attempt
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— Feb 10, 2026
Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced he survived an assassination attempt while on board a helicopter Monday night, France 24 reported. The Colombian president’s helicopter was unable to land along the country’s…
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Colombian President Issues Statement Via Social Media Responding To Trump Administration
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— Jan 6, 2026
Colombian President Gustavo Petro said Monday that he is willing to “take up arms” in response to what he called threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. The statement came just days after a U.S. military operation in…
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Colombian President Gustavo Petro Casually Threatens To ‘Get Rid Of Trump’
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— Oct 21, 2025
Colombian President Gustavo Petro casually suggested on Monday that it is time to “get rid” of President Donald Trump. In response to Petro accusing the U.S. of “murder” over the Sept. 15 attack of a suspected drug…
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Political Debanking Ran Rampant At America’s Biggest Banks, Federal Probe Alleges
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Foreign President Claims ‘Cocaine Is Illegal Because It’s Made In Latin America,’ Calls For Legalization
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— Feb 5, 2025
Colombian President Gustavo Petro claimed Tuesday that cocaine is only illegal around the world because it’s produced in Latin American countries, and that legalizing it would help strip power from cartels. “Cocaine is…
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Toy Story vs Shrek
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The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
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World’s Biggest Cocaine Producing Country Calls Trump’s Narco Vessel Strike ‘Murder’
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— Sep 3, 2025
The president of the leading cocaine producer in the world said Wednesday morning that the U.S. strike on a Tren de Aragua drug trafficking vessel Tuesday was tantamount to “murder.” Colombian President Gustavo Petro…
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Petro Asks For Trump Intervention To Avert War As US-Backed Neighbor Denies Border Bombing
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— Mar 17, 2026
Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Monday accused Ecuador of bombing his country’s territory and called for President Donald Trump to intervene to avert war. Petro claimed during a cabinet meeting Monday that an…
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Trump Comments On Colombian President Gustavo Petro During Press Conference Following Capture Of Maduro
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— Jan 4, 2026
Well, that escalated quickly. Just days after President Trump sent Nicolás Maduro on a one-way flight to the Southern District of New York—courtesy of U.S. Special Forces and the Department of Justice—it looks like…
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Is Another Foreign Leader About To Be ‘Maduroed?’
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— Mar 31, 2026
U.S. officials are investigating Colombian President Gustavo Petro over ties to drug trafficking, echoing the case against former Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. Federal prosecutors in New York and the Drug…
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The Conservative Desk
Goliath death puts Georgia’s ride inspectors to the test
A teacher’s fatal ejection from Six Flags’ Goliath forces a hard look at state inspection duty, park accountability, and the safety ordinary families expect before they board.
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Meet The Pro-Trump Colombian Presidential Candidate Promising 10 New Mega-Prisons
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— May 29, 2026
Pro-Trump Colombian presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella has promised build 10 new mega-prisons as left-wing President Gustavo Petro prepares to leave office. De la Espriella is a lawyer and businessman who…
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