Stories from Colombia

Uruguay's film submission has been excluded from the Oscars. The film, titled 'Un Lugar en el Mundo,' tells the story of people who do not give up and live according to their ideals and ethics. The narrative follows a young man recalling events from his childhood. A film by Adolfo, who is 20 years old, recalls events from his hometown when he was 14. The director expressed hope for the film's Oscar potential. Director Adolfo expressed his thoughts on the film's prospects. The nomination brings the film into discussion regarding its representation. The film's nomination highlights its artistic merit and international recognition. The film's participation is being defended in an effort to secure its place in the prestigious awards ceremony. A Colombian film is vying for a spot in the Best International Feature Film category at the Oscars.

Poultry farms in Colombia's Cauca region have become empty due to ongoing security concerns. The specific threats leading to the abandonment of these farms are not elaborated.

Videos circulating show animals in the north and south of the Cauca region. Poultry farms in Colombia's Valle del Cauca region have been left empty since 2021. Authorities are struggling to provide security for the estimated one thousand trucks moving on the roads daily. The problem is complicated, and the farms are struggling to find solutions. Terrorists burned a chicken transport truck in rural Colombia. Farmers have filed complaints regarding the situation. Similar issues are affecting Norte de Santander. This situation is impacting the agricultural sector, which has the potential to be the country's largest food producer. Truck owners and business operators face losses, with some farmers filing complaints about damaged or lost trucks. This situation affects producers and consumers, with food not reaching markets. The price of eggs is rising as a consequence.

The Valle del Cauca region in Colombia is a major hub for poultry production, accounting for approximately 21% of the country's chicken and egg supply. The area hosts around 900 farms. This information comes amid discussions about the impact of recent events on the sector.

A concert featuring Manuel Medrano, Beto Cuevas, and others will take place on July 17th at Parque Simón Bolívar in Bogota. The event, titled 'Concierto de Conciertos', is offering launch discounts on tickets through tu-ticket.com.co. The lineup also includes La Mosca, Maldita Vecindad, Los Cafres, and Kraken. Tickets are currently on sale with a launch discount available.

Jairo Adelso Aparecio Reyes, a 31-year-old truck driver, was released after being held captive by the ELN for over three months. He was reported missing on January 17, 2026, after being intercepted while traveling in the Catatumbo region of Norte de Santander. The release occurred in the Catatumbo region.

A group of at least 20 indigenous people from the Inga community are blocking Carrera Octava with second street in Bogota's city center. They are using sticks to obstruct the road, directly in front of the Ministry of the Interior. The district reports that at least two officials are being held within the ministry's facilities by the community. The duration of the wait for public transport, such as the Felipe Angeles train, is, with one report indicating a 30 to 40-minute journey from Mexico City to Sumpango. A train that arrived at 9:11 AM had not yet departed by 9:25 AM, with more people continuing to arrive.

Daniel Quintero, the new superintendent of health, began his first day of work by announcing an investigation into any EPS that denies medicine. The institute provided high-cost cancer medications to patients from June to December last year due to a lack of subsidy availability. This period of direct provision caused the current debt portfolio to increase significantly. Last year, the institute provided medications to cancer patients from June to December through solidarity efforts because subsidies were unavailable. The source noted that stopping cancer treatments midway is not a viable option. This agreement addresses outstanding accounts that had been requested for months. A working group will be formed to prevent account freezes and ensure the ability to file invoices. The organization confirmed there will be no suspension of services despite current problems.

Colombia and the Netherlands have jointly initiated a meeting focused on reducing methane emissions. Authors of a recommendation report suggest that obligating oil and gas companies to monitor and repair leaks could significantly decrease methane emissions in the short term. This initiative follows the lack of a unanimous global roadmap for exiting fossil fuels at the last World Climate Conference in Brazil. The program is based in Bogota and aims to address environmental concerns.

WAMU 88.5 DC reports that Bogota, Colombia, is implementing AI to address city challenges. The city aims to make life more efficient, affordable, and environmentally sound through AI. Concerns exist regarding privacy, surveillance, and the lack of policy or government oversight for AI implementation. Bogota, Colombia, is exploring the implementation of Artificial Intelligence to address city management challenges. Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán is involved in discussions about how AI can improve efficiency and affordability. The city is also considering AI's potential for environmental improvements.