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A Lockheed Martin (LMT.N) Hercules C-130 military aircraft carrying about 110 soldiers crashed in southern Colombia on Monday, according to the country’s defence ministry, with local media reporting that the plane went down shortly after take-off.Video footage circulating online showed the aircraft engulfed in flames.The country’s defence minister Pedro Sanchez said the accident occurred as…
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has been named a ‘priority target’ by the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) as federal prosecutors in New York examine his alleged links to drug traffickers, according records seen by news agency Associated Press.DEA records show Petro has appeared in multiple investigations since 2022, many based on interviews with confidential informants….
Beloved influencer Carolina Reyes, known as ‘Carol the Warrior,’ has passed away at 23 after a courageous battle with cancer. She openly shared her diagnosis and journey on social media, inspiring many with her resilience. Her loved ones confirmed her passing on March 11, 2026, remembering her as a brilliant person who never gave up….
Colombian sea creature reveals origins of complex ocean life 500 million years ago (Credit: Enric Sala, National Geographic Pristine Seas) Scientists working in Colombian waters have documented 15 species of comb jellies, translucent marine animals known scientifically as ctenophores, including six not previously recorded in the region. The findings come from surveys led by researchers…
“No contracts, no papers” Lucas Hernández accused of exploiting Colombian family in explosive Paris Match report (Image via Getty) Lucas Hernández, a defender for Paris Saint-Germain, has been accused of human trafficking and labor exploitation, according to a report published by Paris Match. The complaint has been filed with the Versailles prosecutor’s office in France.The…
Colombian President Gustavo Petro (AP) Colombian President Gustavo Petro said Monday he was prepared to “take up arms” after US President Donald Trump threatened possible military action against the South American country.Trump warned Petro to “watch his ass” and described him as “a sick man who likes making cocaine and selling it to the United…
Saikat Chakrabarti reacted to Colombia’s claim that US killed a Colombian fisherman who had no links to drugs. Colombia has accused the US of violating the South American country’s sovereignty and killing a Colombian fisherman after teh US military struck an alleged drug-trafficking vessel in September. Colombia’s president Gustavo Petro said Alejandro Carranza, a fisherman,…
Gustavo Petro addressing the rally (X/@QudsNen) The United States said on Friday that it will revoke the visa of Colombian President Gustavo Petro after he made pro-Palestinian remarks during a demonstration in New York City.The series of remarks included urging US soldiers to disobey orders and accusing US President Donald Trump of being “complicit in…
