Colombia News in English

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

Worker speaks out from the aesthetic center where Yulixa Toloza disappeared, raising alarms.

Iván Cepeda demands corrections from candidates claiming dissidents support him ahead of Colombia's 2026 elections.

Poll results show Abelardo de la Espriella gaining ground, now tied with Iván Cepeda.

IDEAM warns El Niño phenomenon likelihood has surged to 82%, starting earlier than expected.

Tensions rise as Paloma Valencia and Abelardo de la Espriella clash over personal attacks.

A false bodyguard for Abelardo de la Espriella has been arrested in Envigado, linked to a security firm.

Armando Benedetti criticizes CNE magistrate's election alerts, calling it a bad show.

Authorities capture the suspected killer of university student Fredy Guzmán in Bogotá.

Colombian economy grows by 2.2% in the first quarter, driven by public spending and services.

Dollar price in Colombia closes the week up, nearing 3,800 pesos.

New dinosaur species identified in Thailand, named Nagatitan, sheds light on prehistoric life.

Colombia al Parque festival brings mobile stages to neighborhoods, highlighting female music talent.

TransMilenio announces routes for Ed Sheeran concert attendees in Bogotá this weekend.

Samuel Morales, son of Kaleth Morales, reports robbery after suspected drugging in Bogotá taxi.

Australia aims to be the first country to eliminate cervical cancer through innovative health measures.

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