Colombia News in English

Good morning! It’s 16th January, and here’s your Colombia daily news capsule.

A strong earthquake of magnitude 5.0 shakes Colombia, felt in Bogotá and central regions.

The government plans to impose price controls on housing in Colombia, says Camacol president.

Antioquia's health system faces a severe crisis, with EPS owing eight trillion pesos to hospitals.

Colombia's external debt reaches two hundred thirty-nine billion dollars, representing fifty-four point nine percent of GDP.

Historic minimum wage increase: few gain while many lose, impacting pension contributions.

A foreigner filming threatening videos in Bogotá has been arrested and may face deportation.

The latest lottery results from Bogotá show winning numbers from the draw on January 15th.

Construction progresses on the new lane of Avenida Cañasgordas in Cali, promising better connectivity.

TransMilenio's operation costs and the impact of the recent fare increase are under scrutiny.

Women will retire with fewer weeks of contributions starting in 2026, as part of a gradual reduction.

Donald Trump announces the formation of a Peace Board for Gaza, preparing for an international military deployment.

Four astronauts safely return to Earth after being evacuated from the International Space Station due to a medical emergency.

NASA confirms the first astronaut mission to the Moon in over fifty years, marking a historic return.

The World Health Organization classifies processed meats alongside cigarettes in terms of cancer risk.

The vegetable many overlook can help lower cholesterol quickly—don’t miss out on this health tip!

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!